It happened on Interstate 610 near Kirby Drive.
The fire engine was responding to an accident when a pickup truck slammed into its side.
No firefighters were hurt, but the driver of the pickup was taken to an area hospital. He is expected to be OK.
There is no word on whether alcohol played a role in the accident.
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