GREENWOOD, Ind. – The Greenwood Fire Department (GFD) has announced a “Push-In” ceremony for its new Seagrave tractor-drawn aerial Tiller truck, this Friday, October 4, at 1 p.m., at Greenwood Station 91, 155 E. Main St., in Greenwood. Community members and supporters are invited to see the new firetruck.
The new Tiller truck features Seagrave’s Marauder cab and a 100-foot ladder, equipped with state-of-the-art Holmatro extrication equipment and a comprehensive array of rescue tools previously housed on GFD’s Rescue 91.
Capt. Todd Brooks of GFD Ladder 91, who has dedicated nearly 32 years to the department, said, “The increase in compartment space allows us to put all the rescue equipment on this one piece of apparatus, allowing it to be available all the time. The compliment of ground ladders allows for additional options for multi-story buildings with no access to all sides.”
The Tiller truck’s design includes two drivers: one in the main cab at the front and a second in the rear cab at the back of the trailer. The rear driver, the Tillerman, is responsible for steering the trailer axle. This unique configuration allows the truck to navigate tighter corners than traditional ladder trucks.
The “Push-In” ceremony is a tradition in the fire service, symbolizing the official placement of the new apparatus into service. The term “push-in” originates from the early days of firefighting when fire departments used horse-drawn apparatus. After responding to a fire or call, firefighters would push the apparatus back into the bay to prepare for the next emergency.
The new Tiller truck was made possible thanks to the support of City of Greenwood officials and community members, demonstrating a shared commitment to enhancing public safety.
