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Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
25 hospitalized after suspected mass overdose in West Baltimore; drug not yet known
Officials in Baltimore are investigating after more than two dozen people apparently experienced "overdose symptoms" after coming into contact with an unknown drug and were transported to hospitals, first responders said. The incident took place in a neighborhood on the city's westside on the morning on Thursday, July 10, according to the Baltimore Police Department and Baltimore Fire Department. In on X, Baltimore police wrote officers and firefighters responded to the intersection of Pennsylvania and North avenues "in reference to multiple individuals experiencing overdose symptoms". In addition to first responders, public health officials, and other volunteers distributed critical harm reduction supplies to those suspected of overdosing, the Baltimore mayor's office wrote in the statement. No fatalities had been reported as of July 11. "Harm reduction teams worked together to mobilize resources like the Spot Mobile Van and deployed to canvas the area, including nearby vacant dwellings," the mayor's office wrote. "Teams distributed Narcan, test strips, safe use kits, and other harm reduction resources aimed at reducing overdoses." Officials confirmed more than a half dozen people were transported to hospitals in critical condition. They were transported and a suspected batch of drugs was located in the area and identified by police in connection to the incident, officials for the city confirmed USA TODAY. It was not immediately known who the suspected drugs belonged to or who supplied them. On Friday, WMAR-TV reported 15 of the victims were listed in stable condition, according to officials. The conditions of the remaining people who suspectedly overdosed were not immediately known. Crews responded to the area about 9:20 a.m. for several reported overdoses, CBS News reported Baltimore City Fire Chief James Wallace said. "When the crews arrived, they encountered a patient they believed to be suffering from a drug overdose," the outlets wrote. "The first responders were then approached by community members who directed them to additional people who were unresponsive." Calling it "a significant public health event," the Mayor's Office of Overdose Response and Baltimore City Health Department released a statement reminding residents who use drugs "to practice harm reduction and risk reduction techniques" 25 hospitalized after suspected mass overdose in West Baltimore; drug not yet known Officials have not said what type of drug was involved or whether an arrests are pending in the case. On Friday people were being asked avoid the area as police continued to investigate the scene and surrounding neighborhoods, "focusing on the source of the overdose event," the city wrote in its release. "BPD reminds individuals that under Good Samaritan laws, they can seek medical care without fear of arrest." The incident remained under investigation on Friday. First responders and community partners remained on the ground Friday, the mayor office reported,, distributing drug test strips and Narcan, "canvassing the neighborhood, and ensuring impacted residents get the medical care they need." "Community partners will be on site through the night to continue Narcan and harm reduction distribution," the office reported. Amber Alert canceled, dad arrested: Missing child located after mom, teen girl found dead If you plan to use drugs, the mayor's office and health department released these tips: Never use alone in the event you overdose. Carry Narcan, available for free through the Baltimore City Health Department. Test your drugs when using Fentanyl and Xylazine test strips also available at the Baltimore City Health Department. Go slow as the illicit drug supply "is potent and mixed with various substances, so use smaller amounts if possible." Anyone impacted in the July 10 incident should call 911 to seek immediate care. Additional resources are available through the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988 mobile helpline, the mayor's office said. Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Suspected mass overdose sends 25 to hospital in Baltimore
CBS News
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
City Fire crews battle third alarm fire on East Baltimore Street
Baltimore City Fire crews are on the scene of a third alarm fire on the 3400 block of E. Baltimore St. According to a social post from the department, there are 3 dwellings involved. At this time the 3400 block of East Baltimore St is closed to all traffic. The department warns the public to expect extensive delays in the immediate surrounding area.
