Father Christmas has successfully completed his annual gift-giving journey, delivering over eight billion presents to families worldwide. Assisted by his renowned team of reindeer, including Rudolph, Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen, Santa raced against time to ensure all gifts were distributed before Christmas. Departing from Lapland on Christmas Eve at 9am GMT, Santa returned to the North Pole by 10am the following day.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), known for monitoring potential aerial threats over Canada and the US, tracked Santa’s movements throughout his journey. Families around the globe followed Santa’s progress in real-time with great excitement.
Santa’s gift-run tally reached a staggering 8.2 billion, with NORAD confirming the exact number of gifts delivered at 8,231,970,628. NORAD’s E-3 Sentry aircraft monitored Santa’s final stretch over the Pacific Ocean before his return home.
As Santa heads back to the North Pole after completing his global gift distribution, he and his team of elves are gearing up for next year’s Christmas preparations. Updates on Santa’s journey, including the final gift count, will be provided as he continues his travels.
Santa’s remarkable feat of delivering over eight billion gifts marks a new record from the previous year. His journey has taken him across various regions, including Alaska, Hawaii, and the US, spreading joy and festive cheer to children worldwide. Santa’s dedication and hard work during the holiday season truly embody the spirit of Christmas.