Marin County Faces Fentanyl Overdose Crisis

A sudden surge in fentanyl-related deaths prompts Marin County to issue a health advisory, urging residents to take proactive measures.

Marin County reports a significant increase in fentanyl-related deaths, with five people dying from suspected overdoses between Feb. 14 and March 1.
The recent deaths, which are four times higher than the usual overdose rate, have prompted a health advisory from local officials.
Preliminary investigations suggest the victims consumed a combination of fentanyl and methamphetamine, with no significant geographic pattern in the deaths.
Authorities recommend carrying Narcan, testing drugs with fentanyl test strips, and seeking treatment options to mitigate the risk of overdose.
The crisis is attributed to a higher than usual risk of overdose for people using substances, with every community in Marin facing addiction issues.