Watch: Bloods & Badges Blood Drive

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Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — It’s a friendly competition that will also help save lives. All you have to do is roll up your sleeves and join the The American Red Cross, The Columbia Fire Department and Columbia Police Department. The two groups of first responders will be battling for “Blood” both hoping to raise the most pints for the event and snag bragging rights while saving lives.

Krystal Overmeyer with the American Red Cross says this is a fun activity, but it’s also important to remember they serve more than 2 hundred hospitals and every 2 seconds someone needs blood. Especially as we head into this Memorial Day weekend, also known as the 100 deadliest days on South Carolina roads.

You can take part Friday ONLY from 7 am to3 pm at Columbia Mall and Drew Wellness Center.