Popular Mechanics for kids: Firefighters and Other Life Saving Heroes
1h 28m Documentary, Family
Overview
The hosts of this popular children's series hit the streets with several teams of daring rescue workers to see what their fast-paced life and livelihood are all about. Elisha Cuthbert joins firefighters as they put out a blaze, while Jay Baruchel suits up for a firefighting training session. Tyler Kyte heads out to the ocean to see if a lifeguard's job is truly a day at the beach, then meets a team of rescue dogs with some well-trained noses.
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