Shutting Off Engines To Save Money

High gas prices are affecting employees who drive vehicles for the city of Mobile.
Mobile Fire-Rescue and the police department are finding ways to save on fuel.
Fire officials say in a year's time, their department spends about $400,000.
Over the past couple of weeks when fire fighters respond to non-emergencies, they're cutting off their engines, lights and sirens.
They're also checking tire pressure daily to make sure the trucks are getting the maximum mileage per gallon.
"Our goal is to save ten gallons a day in diesel fuel. Ninety percent of our fleet is diesel engines. So if we can save ten gallons a day, that's 300 gallons a month, that's 3600 gallons a year," said Mobile Fire-Rescue Deputy Chief Rick Brannon.
There are 24 fire trucks that operate within the city of mobile and 8 ambulances.
It will take a couple of months to see if the new changes actually save the city any money.