Virtual Cambridge Science Festival: The Science of Smell & Explosive Detection K9s
By Cambridge Police Department and Cambridge Science Festival
We're hosting a live special event for science lovers about Smell and Explosive Detection K9s featuring Bomb Dogs, CPD officers, and opportunities for viewers to ask questions on Facebook Live!
.: Fri, April 24 2020 11:30am – 12:30pm.
This is a fun, online activity for viewers of all ages!
No application or registration needed.
Free!
Location
This even takes place online via Facebook Live on the CPD page here: Virtual CPD Science Festival Event
Additional information
Click here to view the event from CPD's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CambridgePolice/
While this year’s Cambridge Science Festival may be cancelled, the Cambridge Police Department will still host a virtual Cambridge Science Festival event this Friday, April 24 at 11:30am on Facebook Live. This special event will feature the Cambridge Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit, including Bomb Dogs Dixie and Tango, Sergeant Frammartino and Officer Tierney. Viewers will meet and learn about the unique abilities of Dixie and Tango, and how they can detect and deconstruct odors with their sense of smell. Officers will highlight the special training the dogs receive in order to be effective in their roles. Viewers will also have an opportunity to ask Officers questions.
Event continues to run during April vacation.
Last updated April 22, 2020.
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