VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — If you saw Santa on Shore Drive on Friday that's because he was picking up a radio from Virginia Beach EMS as he gets his sleigh ready for this Christmas.
Before embarking on his journey across the world, Santa Claus decided to lend a helping hand to emergency responders in Hampton Roads.
This marks the 21st year of "Santa on the Air" in Virginia Beach.
The North Pole native got his very own EMS radio and he is ready to provide emotional support for frightened children during on-scene calls. Just radio, "North Pole 1."
"Santa will talk to them, tell them what is happening, tell them all about what is coming up for their Christmas, and remind them that the Christmas spirit is here for them," Santa said.
Santa can be radioed by local police, fire, military, and EMS whenever needed.
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Santa is even available for media interviews, so News 3 might just get our very own North Pole correspondent.
