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NORAD's Santa tracker was a Cold War morale boost. Now it attracts millions of kids
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NORAD's Santa tracker was a Cold War morale boost. Now it attracts millions of kids

  • By BEN FINLEY Associated Press

NORAD's Santa tracker is a Christmas tradition that's become nearly global in scope. Each year, at least 100,000 kids call into the North American Aerospace Defense Command in Colorado. And they ask for Santa's location as he delivers presents around the world. Millions more follow online. NORAD typically scans the heavens for potential threats, such as last year's Chinese spy balloon. But on Christmas Eve, volunteers in Colorado are fielding questions like, "When is Santa coming to my house?" For those interested in tracking Santa this year, the phone number is (877) HI-NORAD. The agency also has an app as well as a website, www.noradsanta.org.

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