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He's got a whole lot of new cutting, lifting and other kit to train on and operate - and he will do so amidst some of the most emotional incidents of his career. Back at base he's in the thick of it as colleagues face a series of challenges to the old order. First come plans to halt drinking on duty and close down the fire station bar. Then there are calls to heed embryonic health and safety warnings and stop playing psychotic volleyball and amateur ice hockey games in the station grounds. Finally there is the wild rumour that women may soon be allowed to join the fire brigade as well! In GOING TO BLAZES the endlessly varied nature of Malcolm's work triggers plenty of laughs, and sees him get up close and personal with a wide variety of four-legged and even feathered friends that have got themselves in all sorts of trouble. But it also brings in some of the most emotional and tragic rescues of his career. 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