The incident occurred about 9:45 p.m. on Appleby Line near Upper Middle Road when fire crews were responding to a structure fire call.

The deputy chief, who investigated the accident, said the northbound pumper truck was struck on the right rear tire/bumper area by a compact car.

Robin MacDouell said the fire truck driver didn't see it coming.

"There was definitely no fault on his part and speed was not a factor," he said. "It was relatively minor."

MacDouell said the fire truck had its siren going and was slowing to the intersection, travelling at 30-40 km-h. He said the accident would not affect the four-month pilot policy concerning fire truck speeds.

Fire trucks had been required to obey the speed limit, but were recently allowed to exceed the speed limit by a maximum of 10 km-h in emergencies.

MacDouell said fire crews found only smoke when they reached the building.

MacDouell noted the department investigates all fire vehicle accidents. Fire truck drivers who are at fault in accidents undergo a series of reviews and evaluations, he said.