Ep 1. Living on the Fault Line, Part 1

In the season 5 premiere of Baywatch titled "Living on the Fault Line, Part 1," the Baywatch team is faced with a massive earthquake that shakes up their lives completely. The episode follows the crew as they deal with the aftermath of the earthquake and the challenges it brings.

The episode starts with the crew hanging out at the beach, enjoying their day off. But their fun is interrupted by an earthquake that strikes the beach and causes chaos. The crew, led by Mitch Buchannon (David Hasselhoff), spring into action to help the people affected by the quake.

As they start rescuing people, the crew quickly realizes that this is no ordinary earthquake. The tremors are continuing, and the aftershocks are threatening to cause even more damage. The crew works tirelessly to rescue as many people as they can before conditions worsen.

Meanwhile, Mitch's ex-wife, Gayle (Wendie Malick), who is a journalist, is reporting on the earthquake and its aftermath. She gets caught in the quake, and Mitch has to rescue her. The pair's complicated relationship is further explored in this episode as they attempt to put their differences aside and work together to help those in need.

As the day progresses, the crew continues to face challenges, including a gas leak and a collapsing building. Summer (Nicole Eggert) and Matt (David Charvet) work together to save a man trapped in a van, while C.J. (Pamela Anderson) and Caroline (Yasmine Bleeth) try to rescue a group of people stuck in a building.

The episode ends with the crew exhausted but having saved many lives. However, they know that the aftershocks will continue, and they are not out of danger yet.

"Living on the Fault Line, Part 1" sets the scene for a season of high-stakes action and drama as the Baywatch team navigates the aftermath of the earthquake. The episode showcases the crew's bravery, resilience, and commitment to helping others, even in the face of danger. Fans of the show will not be disappointed with this intense and thrilling season premiere.