Volusia County

Santa, Mrs. Claus deliver Christmas surprise by rappelling down the side of Halifax Hospital

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Some children in Volusia County got an early Christmas surprise Friday, from the big man himself.

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Santa and Mrs. Claus rappelled down the side of Halifax Hospital’s pediatric wing.

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With some help from Volusia County firefighters, the pair waved to kids in their rooms as they made their way down the side of the building.

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The fire department helps with this event every year, to bring the children some Christmas joy.

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