Emergency Medical Services treated an abnormally high number of overdoses in Shoreline between Dec 5-11, 2022, contributing to the unprecedented high numbers of overdoses occurring across King County in 2022.
There are increasing reports across King County of people experiencing fentanyl overdoses after using what was thought to be white powder cocaine. If you or someone you know is using powder cocaine, be aware it could be fentanyl or contain fentanyl.
Take these steps to prevent overdose:
Order educational materials and fentanyl test strips at https://redcap.link/HRSupplies
Have naloxone ready. You can get naloxone without a prescription at pharmacies, needle exchange programs , by mail and other locations listed at stopoverdose.org
Learn the signs of opioid overdose.
Avoid using drugs alone. If this is not an option, use a service like neverusealone.com or have someone check on you regularly.
If you suspect an overdose, call 911 right away. The Good Samaritan Law protects you and the overdose victim from drug possession charges.
Call the WA Recovery Helpline at 1-866-789-1511 to get connected to treatment.
King County Overdose prevention and response homepage: www.kingcounty.gov/overdose
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