The City of Houston has two trucks for deployment. This aerial one, and a second one that is undergoing an analysis to determine mechanical issues. A third one is on site, but serves only as a backup.

A city council finance committee met recently to discuss ways to pay for a city fire truck — should the full council decide the $755,000 vehicle is necessary.

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