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When Can We Begin Tracking Santa? NORAD Santa Tracker to Launch Soon—Live Updates

When Can We Begin Tracking Santa? NORAD Santa Tracker to Launch Soon—Live Updates

Summary

NORAD will start tracking Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, a tradition that combines holiday fun with NORAD's mission. This program started in 1955 from a mistakenly dialed phone number. People can follow Santa's journey by calling a special phone number or checking online.

Key Facts

  • NORAD Santa Tracker goes live on December 24 at 6 a.m. EST.
  • The tradition started in 1955 from an accidental phone call.
  • Children can call 877-446-6723 to learn Santa's location.
  • The Santa Operations Center is staffed by over 1,000 volunteers, including military personnel.
  • The event is managed at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs.
  • Operators answer calls until midnight on Christmas Eve.
  • The program is supported by volunteers from both the U.S. and Canada.
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