Ep 3. Four Days

In Third Watch season two episode 3, titled "Four Days," the firefighters of the 55th try to figure out how to handle a group of homeless people who have set up camp in a condemned building. Kim Zambrano (played by Kim Raver) starts responding to a call of a woman in cardiac arrest, only to realize she personally knows the victim - it's her mother. Meanwhile, Sully (played by Skipp Sudduth) tries his best to be there for Ty (played by Coby Bell) after his brother is killed in the line of duty.

The episode begins with Kim responding to a call about squatters in a condemned building. The firefighters arrive to find several homeless people have made the building their home and refuse to leave. Kim feels for the homeless people and suggests they try to find them alternative shelter, but her partner Bosco (played by Jason Wiles) is less sympathetic and wants to arrest them for trespassing. Throughout the episode, the firefighters try to find a solution that will benefit both the homeless people and the city, ultimately leading to a tense standoff.

Meanwhile, Kim is dealing with personal turmoil after her mother suffers a heart attack. Throughout the episode, Kim grapples with the fact that she and her mother have a strained relationship, and her mother's condition forces her to confront her feelings and confront the reasons for their distance. She confides in her fellow paramedic Faith (played by Molly Price) and works through her emotions as she strives to save her mother's life.

Sully is also facing personal struggles after Ty's brother is killed while on duty as a police officer. Ty is devastated by the loss and Sully tries his best to be there for him, even though he doesn't know how to help. Throughout the episode, Sully listens to Ty and supports him in the ways he can. The two eventually bond over their shared experiences as first responders and Sully offers Ty some much-needed comfort.

The firefighters of the 55th also respond to a variety of emergency calls throughout the episode, including a man with a heart attack and a construction worker who falls ill after being exposed to hazardous materials. The intense action scenes and high stakes of each rescue keep the episode fast-paced and exciting.

As the episode draws to a close, the firefighters finally find a solution for the homeless people - a local church offers to house them temporarily until a permanent solution can be found. Ty reconciles with his grief and comes to terms with his brother's death, and Kim's mother stabilizes after her heart attack. The episode ends on a hopeful note, as the characters face their challenges head-on and overcome them through compassion, strength, and resilience.

"Four Days" is a gripping and emotional episode of Third Watch that showcases the daily struggles of first responders as they navigate personal and professional challenges. With its complex characters, intense action scenes, and touching moments, it's a standout installment in the series and a must-watch for fans of the show.