Elementary students in need of winter clothing and boots in the Columbus Community School District are getting some help from Louisa County Ambulance Service.

LCA Public Relations Chair Aimee Buol says they’re collecting winter coats, hats, mittens, gloves, snow boots and snow pants through this Friday, “Kids are at a greater risk for frostnip and frostbite than adults are. The best way to prevent that is to help keep them warm and dressed warm and dress appropriately for the weather.”

Buol says donated items can be dropped off between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. through Friday (Dec 11) at the LCA base in Columbus Junction or at the Grandview Fire Department in Grandview. She says the winter clothing items will be delivered next week to elementary students in Columbus Community and Louisa-Muscatine Community Schools.