Ep 4. Crash and Burn
- October 21, 2002
- 44 min
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8.9 (42)
In the fourth episode of the fourth season of Third Watch, titled "Crash and Burn," viewers are taken on a chaotic ride through New York City as multiple emergencies simultaneously unfold. The episode opens with Sully and Ty responding to a call about a man trapped under a subway train. As they work to save the man's life, another emergency call comes in about a car crash on the same block.
Meanwhile, at the firehouse, Jimmy and Alex are haunted by the ghost of a firefighter who died in a previous episode. Alex struggles with the idea of communicating with the dead while Jimmy is skeptical and dismissive. Their argument is interrupted by a call about a man trapped in an overturned truck.
Back at the subway, Sully and Ty continue their efforts to rescue the trapped man, but they quickly realize they are running out of time. As they frantically work to free him, the man's wife arrives on the scene, adding to the emotional intensity of the situation.
In the midst of all this chaos, Bosco and Yokas respond to a shooting at a local gas station. The suspect is quickly apprehended, but not before shooting and killing a bystander. The tragedy of yet another senseless act of violence weighs heavily on the two officers as they are forced to confront the harsh realities of their job.
As the episode progresses, the different storylines converge and the characters face the fallout of their actions. Sully and Ty are forced to come to terms with the fact that they could not save the man trapped under the subway train. Jimmy and Alex continue to grapple with the ghostly presence at the firehouse. Bosco and Yokas struggle to find closure for the victim's family and themselves.
"Crash and Burn" is a powerful episode that highlights the extreme pressure and emotional toll of being a first responder in a bustling city like New York. The various emergencies and their intersecting storylines keep viewers on the edge of their seats while also providing poignant glimpses into the personal lives of the characters. As with previous seasons, Third Watch continues to blend thrilling action with insightful character development, making it a must-watch series for fans of the genre.