**9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 6 Recap: A Fall Finale Filled with Hope, Challenges, and a New Captain**
The fall finale of *9-1-1* Season 9 Episode 6, titled *Family History*, delivers a mix of good and bad news for the future of the 118 Firehouse. True to the show’s high-stakes tradition, this latest installment keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with intense emergency and rescue cases — from severed fingers to a mysterious death at a med spa. While the team continues their life-saving work, they also face personal challenges that threaten their close-knit family.
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### Chimney Becomes the New Permanent Captain of the 118
Following the death of Bobby Nash, Chimney has been serving as the Interim Captain of the 118. However, in this episode, he finally takes the leap to become the permanent captain. After some soul-searching and a heartfelt conversation with Chief Simpson, Chimney accepts the role officially.
The episode concludes with Chimney being sworn in as the new Captain, officially taking on Bobby’s old title. Chimney becoming “Cap” has been a long time coming. For a while, he hesitated to commit because he didn’t feel he could replace Bobby. Early in the episode, his wife Maddie assures him that he doesn’t need to replace Bobby — because he can bring his own leadership style to the team.
Chimney’s internal conflict also stemmed from concerns about how the rest of the team might react, especially since Bobby’s tragic death happened during a rescue that saved Chimney’s life. Despite this, the team has been calling Chimney “Cap” for some time now, sometimes jokingly, but it has been clear all along that if they had to choose someone to lead them, Chimney would be the obvious pick.
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### Hen’s Mysterious Health Issues Raise Concerns
While Chimney’s promotion is a bright spot, a troubling health mystery looms over the 118 family. Hen experiences alarming symptoms that raise questions about her future.
In a nerve-wracking scene, Hen collapses in her living room and wakes up hours later without clear answers. Adding to the concern, she develops a strange rash on her hand, which she initially believes is an allergic reaction. She’s also experiencing tremors and other unexplained symptoms.
Despite these worrying signs, Hen chooses to keep her health issues a secret, going to a med spa for a full-body scan without telling anyone. Her decision to hide her condition to avoid worrying her friends and family creates a suspenseful cliffhanger that leaves fans anxious for the mid-season return.
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### Highlights from 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 6
This episode offers a memorable mix of gory emergencies and hopeful moments:
– **Severed Fingers Rescue:** The 118’s first call involves a family reunion gone wrong during a competitive tug-of-war, resulting in severed fingers. The team’s painstaking efforts to identify and reattach the fingers include humorous moments, such as Buck asking, “Who has French tips?” This blend of tension and levity is a standout highlight of the episode.
– **Harry’s Academy Journey:** Harry’s path to joining the Los Angeles Fire Department academy faces obstacles. After secretly training with Buck for the entrance exam, Harry considers withdrawing his application due to an old warrant related to a self-defense fight at a convenience store. However, Buck encourages him to fight for his dreams and connects him with Chief Simpson, who is willing to hear Harry’s case. With support from the Chief and Athena, Harry earns a chance at the academy, marking a hopeful development for his character.
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Catch *9-1-1* Season 9 Episode 6, along with the rest of the series, on ABC and Hulu.
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*Disclaimer: This article contains major spoilers for 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 6. Reader discretion is advised.*
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