The smell of smoke and Lost River is enveloped in an eerie haze. Newcomer to the town, Lill, is anxious. Her husband Perry is at work and she is out alone on their 25-hectare once weekender. She doesn't know how far away the fire is and doesn't want to look a fool by calling for help.

The residents of Lost River grieve for their homes and businesses after a devastating fire.

Gossip spreads in town as people discover fire brigade officer Eris Parsons shot his dog; Eris and his wife Luisa go into hiding; Svettie doesn't want to let her own problems overwhelm her.

Lill and Perry learn to make the best of a bad situation when their shed becomes infested with rats and Perry works on rebuilding their dream home after it burned down.

Backa and Svettie can't agree on what to do about their financial future; Svettie plans on going into business with Sharpie, who is not convinced that it's a good idea.

Fifi's brother is released from prison and tries to worm his way back into her life; Lill and Perry struggle to deal with Perry's moody teenage daughter.