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Western Massachusetts, particularly Berkshire County, is expected to receive 2 to 6 inches of snow Sunday night, with the possibility of heavier bursts causing snowfall rates of up to an inch per hour. A winter weather advisory is in effect from 5 p.m. Sunday to noon Monday, with slippery road conditions expected to impact Monday morning's commute. Wind advisories will also be in effect on Monday for the entire region.
Xylazine, a potent tranquilizer used in veterinary medicine, is being found in drug samples in Berkshire County at a rate almost double the state average. Users often unknowingly take it in combination with other drugs, particularly fentanyl, which can have a dangerous and potentially deadly effect on the central nervous system. The presence of xylazine in drugs is causing open wounds and complicating treatment options for those in recovery. The prevalence of xylazine in Western Massachusetts is likely due to its location along major drug transportation routes. Researchers are still learning about the long-lasting and scarring effects of xylazine on the human body.