There’s a plethora of first-responder television shows out there.

Sure, sometimes they saved lives, but that’s not exactly whatBaywatchwas known for.

They are people ready to jump into one of the most unpredictable environments on earth to save lives.

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So, it makes sense that the first responders have to be the best of the best.

The series has potential when it comes to the drama.

However, the issues arise from the general chemistry of the group at large.

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Em and Will are obviously caught in a sort of will-they-won’t-they relationship.

Another stumble comes with Hina and Kainalu, who are initially set up as rivals.

We barely have any emotional investment in Sonny’s life.

Arielle Kebbel and Robbie Magasiva standing next to each other at the lifeguard watchtower in Rescue HI-Surf

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We don’t know him very well.

For those who love procedurals, this is more of what you expect.

It doesn’t hurt that filming on locationhelps boost the local economy in Oahu.

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Time will tell if the show will sink or swim.

Rescue HI-Surfpremieres Sunday, September 22 on Fox and is available to stream next-day on Hulu.

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