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MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The American Red Cross will be at the Milwaukee County Zoo for their 20th annual blood drive Tuesday, June 10 through Thursday, June 12. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The drive will take place at the zoo's Peck Center on 10001 W. Bluemound Rd. While appointments are encouraged, walk-ins are welcome.
Donors will get a free same-day zoo admission, parking and two free tickets to Summerfest - only while supplies last!
In a press release, the American Red Cross expressed that during the summer donations decrease, which impact patient care.
"Unfortunately, the need for blood and platelet transfusions doesn't take a summer break," read the release.
All blood types are vital, but the most pressing is Type O blood, as during medical emergencies there isn't much time t