Chicago Fireshowrunner Andrea Newman addressed why the series got rid of KaDee Strickland’s Monica Pascal.

Who Died on Chicago Fire in Season 13?

Fans are still reeling as a major character was killed off inChicago FireSeason 13: Monica Pascal.

Chicago Fire Dom Pascal

However, she eventually succumbed to her injuries, dying before Chief Pascal could get there to see her.

Why Did Monica Leave Chicago Fire?

Seeing Dom Pascal pushed to the edge will be a sight to see!"

KaDee Strickland as Monica Pascal peering out a door in Chicago Fire

She continued, admitting that the question of"how will he react?

The passion is there, the love is there, but theres some darkness, too.

When it comes to Monica, Pascal was willing to cross any lines to protect her.

Chicago Fire Says Goodbye to Major Character With Touching Tribute

So now that the worst imaginable thing has happened to her, how will he react?"

The next episode ofChicago FireSeason 13 will premiere on Wednesday, March 26 at 9 p.m.

ET before streaming onPeacock.

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