COVID-19: LAPD officers hand out hundreds of face masks in Hollywood, educate public

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (KABC) -- The Los Angeles Police Department is stepping up efforts to educate people about the importance of wearing a face covering.

Officers handed out masks in Hollywood on Sunday.
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Residents, tourists, and even people driving along Hollywood Boulevard all expressed their appreciation.

"We're going to promote healthy living, healthy lifestyle, notify people, advise them of the reasons why to wear a mask, explain why it's going to be helpful, to help prevent spread of the disease," said Officer Eric Hale.
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The officers handed out about 300 masks, reminding everyone to take all of the precautions recommended by the CDC.

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