POCATELLO – The city’s fire department has acquired a new firefighting vehicle with a unique steering system.

On Tuesday, a new tractor-drawn aerial apparatus, otherwise known as a “tiller truck,” joined the Pocatello Fire Department’s fleet. Now called Truck 1, the vehicle will offer enhanced maneuverability through tight city streets thanks to its defining feature, called a “tiller steering system.”

“This is more than just a fire truck, it’s an investment in safety, efficiency, and the future of our department,” said Chief Ryan O’Hearn in a press release. “The tiller truck expands our operational capabilities and ensures our firefighters have the best tools available to protect lives and property.”

Rather than operate like a standard ladder truck, with a straight frame, the tiller tru

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