Michael Buerk presents some more real-life stories of extraordinary heroism and bravery. In an "enhanced documentary" form, they combine actual footage of the rescues with dramatic reconstructions by the emergency services, actors and some of the people involved.

Tonight's programme reveals how a Sunday afternoon stroll turned into a desperate struggle against time and tide, and how one man risked his life by driving his blazing truck away from a crowded town centre.

Plus safety tips and a video report from Fiona Foster on the trail of the rescue services.
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(Teletext subtitles: page 888)