: To maintain realism without damaging buildings, crews use insulated fireboxes that pump propane-fueled fire and smoke through windows. 📅 2026 Production Updates

As of April 2026, the series remains a cornerstone of NBC’s lineup, currently airing its 14th season with a 15th already confirmed.

While original stars like Taylor Kinney (Kelly Severide) and David Eigenberg (Christopher Herrmann) remain staples, recent seasons have seen significant shifts:

: Longtime showrunner Andrea Newman is departing at the end of Season 14 (May 2026), with Victor Teran taking over.

Explore One Chicago filming locations: Chicago Fire, PD, and Med

Created by Michael Brandt and Derek Haas, premiered on NBC in October 2012, launching what would become the massive "One Chicago" franchise. 🚒 Firehouse 51