Baltimore Faces Surge in Overdoses Linked to New Fentanyl Substance

Baltimore's Penn North neighborhood experienced multiple overdoses, with five people hospitalized in serious condition, following a recent mass overdose incident linked to fentanyl. City officials and community groups are working on harm reduction efforts, including distributing naloxone and fentanyl test strips, amid ongoing investigations into the causes. The city aims to reduce overdose deaths by 40% by 2040 and emphasizes the need for consistent community support and expanded access to recovery services.