CLEAN : Gun sales soar in protest hit Ferguson

The video discusses the surge in firearm sales, particularly handguns, due to fear stemming from events in Ferguson. It highlights the increased demand for firearms as a means of self-protection, with sales figures significantly higher than usual. The video also touches on the limitations of police in preventing serious situations, prompting individuals to seek firearms for personal safety.

Describe the change in the number of firearms sold on a normal day compared to the day mentioned in the text.

What role do police officers play in the context of preventing serious situations, as mentioned in the text?