After months of speculation, Fire Country Season 3 is finally in production—and for fans of the hit CBS drama, that’s the best kind of news. With a devoted fan base and one of the most emotionally intense cliffhangers on network television, Fire Country is picking up where it left off, and cameras are officially rolling.
Here’s a full breakdown of what we know so far about the filming of Season 3.
Cameras Are Rolling: Production Officially Underway
CBS has confirmed that Fire Country began filming its third season in June 2024. While previous seasons kicked off production in summer months as well, this time things were delayed slightly due to the aftermath of the Hollywood strikes in 2023. That put Season 2 on a shortened schedule, but Season 3 is now back on track.
Filming is taking place once again in British Columbia, Canada, where the show’s fictional town of Edgewater comes to life. By late June, crew trucks, camera equipment, fire rigs, and full cast trailers were spotted at the familiar shooting locations, including wooded forest areas and campgrounds resembling the Three Rock Fire Camp.
Returning Cast Members Back on Set
The entire main cast is confirmed to return for the new season:
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Max Thieriot (Bode Leone), who also serves as co-creator and executive producer
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Diane Farr (Sharon Leone), continuing her emotional journey as fire chief and grieving widow
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Kevin Alejandro (Manny Perez), whose character arc as the conflicted fire captain will deepen
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Jordan Calloway (Jake Crawford), a fan favorite with unfinished business
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Jules Latimer (Eve Edwards), whose role at Cal Fire is more crucial than ever
Behind-the-scenes photos and set leaks on social media show the cast back in uniform, reading scripts, and filming intense action sequences—many of which involve fire training simulations, prison yard scenes, and emotional moments in the Edgewater town square.
Early Focus: Fire, Fallout, and Grief
The first few episodes of Fire Country Season 3 will reportedly focus on the emotional aftermath of the Zabel Ridge fire, the death of Vince Leone, and the departure of Gabriela at the end of Season 2.
One scene filmed in late June involved a funeral procession with dozens of extras dressed in fire gear, likely representing a tribute to Vince. Max Thieriot was seen filming a somber graveside scene, hinting that Bode’s grief will be central to the early episodes.
There are also reports of new scenes being shot at Three Rock Camp, suggesting that Bode is once again deeply involved with the inmate firefighter program. Whether he returns as a crew leader or is struggling with his status after Gabriela’s exit remains to be seen.
New Faces on Set?
Though CBS has not officially announced any new characters, local casting calls in Canada suggest that several new recurring roles are being introduced this season. These include:
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A rookie firefighter with a troubled past
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A new Cal Fire regional commander (possibly a replacement for Vince)
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A journalist investigating corruption or mismanagement at Three Rock
Filming crews have been spotted at new set locations—including a courthouse exterior and a news studio—indicating that the world of Fire Country might be expanding beyond just the woods and the fire camp.
Technical Improvements and Bigger Action Scenes
Reports from production crew indicate that Season 3 will feature more complex fire sequences, including live burns and enhanced pyrotechnics. CBS has reportedly increased the stunt budget and added a secondary VFX team to help create more realistic and emotionally intense firefighting scenes.
Max Thieriot, who has always advocated for authenticity, said in a recent interview that this season would “push the limits” of what the show can do visually and emotionally.
Filming Timeline and Episode Count
Filming for Season 3 is expected to run from June through October 2024, giving the production team plenty of time to complete post-production before the show’s projected January 2025 premiere.
While Season 2 had only 10 episodes due to strike delays, Season 3 is aiming for a full 18–20 episode run, depending on CBS’s final schedule and budget.
The Emotional Core of Season 3
Though the action sequences will no doubt be impressive, the heart of Season 3 remains rooted in character drama. Bode’s grief, Sharon’s leadership without Vince, and the uncertain future of Three Rock will all collide in ways that redefine the show’s identity.
If the early filming updates are any indication, Fire Country Season 3 is shaping up to be the most personal, devastating, and redemptive season yet.
With production now fully underway, the cast and crew of Fire Country are working hard to bring Season 3 to life. The stakes are higher than ever—not just in the fires the team will battle, but in the emotional journeys each character must face. From the loss of Vince to Bode’s uncertain path forward, this season is poised to deliver the kind of gripping drama that fans have come to expect.
And with cameras now rolling, all signs point to Fire Country coming back stronger than ever.
