First Responders In Moore Keep Community Safe On Christmas

First responders across Oklahoma are working on Christmas while most people are relaxing with family.

News 9's Jordan Dafnis caught up with Moore Police Department.

Moore Police Officer Chris Muter love Christmas.

"It's my favorite holiday, oh yeah best time of year."

He is usually with his wife during the holiday,

"My family is in the UK, so normally I'll hang with my wife's family and go with them. That's the only thing I'm missing, church service this morning."

But he doesn't mind working on Christmas, making sure Oklahoman's are safe.

"Its a regular day for me. It's one of my regular work days so it wasn't a big deal for me."

Things were pretty laid back in the morning.

"Today's been quiet so far."

But that can change in an instant, Staff Sgt. Eric Thomas said.

"Its nice to know that we are here if they need it. You know everyone is spending time with their family still doesn't mean that stuff doesn't happen, so it's nice to be here if something does happen."

Thomas has been with the department 11 years, his wife was a dispatcher for 13 and now she is a firefighter in Edmond.

"It's just one of those things when I got into it I knew I was going to have to work holidays at some point so it's just kind of another day for us.

The team has a Christmas message for each of you.

"Have a good day enjoy it, spend time with your family and remember the real reason this time of year," said Muter.

"Just be safe, have a merry Christmas, enjoy the holidays."