Lexington, Columbia police give free fans amid South Carolina heat
Police in the cities of Columbia and Lexington are helping residents in need cool off amid record-high temperatures with their annual fan giveaways.
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Police in the cities of Columbia and Lexington are helping residents in need cool off amid record-high temperatures with their annual fan giveaways.
The Columbia Police Department (CPD) is kicking off their annual Fan the Heat program to help adults who are vulnerable to the summer heat. The program is taking place now
"Lock your doors. Don't leave anything of value in your vehicle," said former Norfolk Police Chief, and WTKR’s Law Enforcement Analyst, Larry Boone.
In response to staffing shortages and the COVID-19 pandemic, some Hampton Roads police departments have shifted or expanded their online and telephone response procedures to 911 calls.
From changing the urgency of responses to adding more officers, these actions will hopefully create a safer city.