As danger closes in, Jack, Hope and other residents take action. A discovery puts Mel on edge. Brie sees a friendly face after a tense day in court.

The devastation brings revelations and reconciliations as the community attempts to rebuild and lift each other up after the fires.

As the holidays get underway, visiting relatives bring drama to town. Mel and Jack try to track down the author of the mysterious letters to her mother.

Shocking news and unexpected gifts are in store on Christmas Eve as couples and families come together despite their differences.