Ep 19. Trial by Fire

Baywatch season 7 episode 19, titled "Trial by Fire," tells the story of the Baywatch team's attempt to uncover a string of arsons that have been plaguing the beachside community. Amidst the chaos, things start to heat up between the lifeguards, culminating in a fiery blaze that puts their relationships and safety on the line.

The episode begins with Mitch and Cody cruising the beach, when they stumble upon a charred building. The fire department arrives and extinguishes the flames, but it quickly becomes clear that this was no accident. When a second, then a third and fourth building are lit up, the Baywatch team takes notice and starts to investigate.

As the team races to find the culprit, tensions flare up between CJ and Matt over their different approaches to the investigation. CJ believes that the perpetrator is a local hotshot, while Matt thinks that the arsonist is a disturbed individual with a vendetta against the community. This disagreement puts a strain on their romantic relationship and complicates the investigation.

Meanwhile, Garner and Mitch deal with a group of unruly teens who refuse to obey the rules on the beach. Their misbehavior eventually leads to a dangerous beach fire that threatens to engulf them all. In the midst of the chaos, they must work together to put out the flames and save the lives of several citizens caught in the blaze.

As the investigation progresses, the team gets a break in the case and identifies a potential suspect. But just as they think they might have their arsonist, a high-speed chase ensues, ending in a dangerous standoff that forces the Baywatch team to overcome their fears and work together to prevail against the culprit.

In the aftermath of the investigation, the team comes together to reflect on the events of the episode. They express their gratitude towards one another and acknowledge the importance of working together to keep the beach community safe.

Overall, "Trial by Fire" is a thrilling episode that showcases the courage and camaraderie of the Baywatch team. As they battle against a dangerous arsonist and face the potential loss of their community in the face of a massive blaze, they must rely on each other to emerge victorious.