Hancock Fire Department
Gets Aerial Ladder Truck The City of Hancock took possession
of an aerial ladder truck, to replace an aging aerial unit. A new pumper
truck is on order, to be delivered in the Spring of 2006.
Click picture to enlarge. Department members display
their new unit in front of the Fire Hall.
Click picture to enlarge. Moving out to the Driving Park,
members prepare to check out and practice using the new ladder
system.
Click picture to enlarge. With the large outrigger arms
extended, the ladder itself begins its ascent.
Click picture to enlarge. Members examine the control
functions.
Click picture to enlarge. Extended to its full 100 foot
height, the new aerial unit will provide the City with greater
vertical range than previously available.
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Click picture to enlarge. Another view, from the end. A
great addition to the Department.