# Saskatoon Overdose Surge Sparks Alarm | Ottawa News

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Podcast: [Ottawa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ottawa-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7593255)
Published: 2026-07-22T17:30:15+00:00
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## Resource

Saskatoon’s emergency services are reeling from a shocking spike—90 overdose calls in just three days, prompting a health alert as unknown, highly potent substances, possibly fentanyl, flood the streets. Firefighters and addiction support groups are overwhelmed, with rescues now requiring multiple naloxone doses and full CPR. Even as the official alert ends, the danger remains, underscoring how fast the opioid crisis can escalate and why staying vigilant is critical for everyone’s safety. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d02de06bd885cf18

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