Sacramento Fentanyl Deaths Plummet

Sacramento Fentanyl Deaths Plummet

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Sacramento Fentanyl Deaths Plummet

Sacramento County sees a significant drop in fentanyl-related deaths, but officials remain vigilant as the crisis continues.

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Justin Sylvia
Which organizations collaborated to address the fentanyl crisis?
Multiple agencies collaborated on this effort, including the Sacramento County Coroner's office, Sacramento Fire Department, Sheriff's Office, Probation Department, City Police Department, and Sac Metro Fire's Mobile Medicine Teams.
What is the Street Overdose Response Team (SORT) and what is its main focus?
The Street Overdose Response Team (SORT) is a key initiative, focusing on unhoused individuals and providing Narcan and information on treatment options.
What is the outlook for the remainder of the year regarding fentanyl-related deaths?
While the decrease is significant, officials acknowledge that fentanyl remains a serious threat, and overdose calls remain alarmingly high. They anticipate a rise in deaths before the new year.
What time of year is expected to see a potential rise in fentanyl-related overdoses?
The holidays are expected to exacerbate the problem, with increased depression and anxiety potentially leading to a rise in drug use and overdoses.
What is the percentage drop in fentanyl-related deaths in Sacramento County this year compared to last year?
Sacramento County reported a 56% drop in fentanyl-related deaths from 406 in 2023 to 180 through November 2024. This is attributed to increased treatment, prevention, education, and outreach efforts.