OVERDOSE SURGE ALERT! LOCATION:Franklin County Ohio SOURCE:pwud and community We have had multiple overdose reports in the last few days for Franklin County. Substance reactive for medetomidine and xylazine these are tranquilizers and RESCUE BREATHS ARE VITAL! Avoid using behind locked doors or alone when possible call Safespot 800-972-0590 they’ll stay on phone and only call for help if you stop responding. For more information about tranquilizers in the supply, visit https://thesoarinitiative.org/xylazine-medetomidine/ We have outreach team in your area call or text 380-245-2985 to be linked wigh care :

BAD BATCH ALERT! LOCATION:Westside Columbus SOURCE: CFCAPC The Columbus and Franklin County addiction plan received an alert of a possible bad batch on the west side of Columbus. The source shared that there were multiple overdoses this morning and that xylazine may be involved. Xylazine adulterated drugs can lead to the development of sores and withdrawals that often need to be treated by medical professionals. Please remember to: Carry Naloxone and know how to use it Test your stuff, Start low and slow: you can always do more you cannot do less Avoid using behind locked doors when possible, Safespot 1-800-972-0590, will stay on phone with you when you use and only call for help when you stop responding. For free and confidential harm reduction supplies please reach out to us at www.thesoarinitiative.org or call/text (937)830-2139

BAD BATCH ALERT! LOCATION: Columbus OH 43222 SOURCE: community pwud Bad batch alert for crack cocaine in 43222 area. Symptoms include feeling Sweaty, tired, No energy, Headache. Please remember to: Carry Naloxone and know how to use it Test your stuff, start LOW & SLOW: you can ALWAYS do more you CANNOT do less Avoid using behind locked doors when possible Safespot 800-972-0590 will stay on phone with you when you use and only call for help when you stop responding. We have an outreach worker in your area, please reach out for free and confidential harm reduction supplies mailed or delivered to you free at: www.thesoarinitiative.org or call/text 937-830-2139

OVERDOSE SURGE ALERT! LOCATION: Westside Columbus 43215 SOURCE: Community (PWUD) Overdose Surge Alert for Westside Columbus. On Saturday 9/27/25 there were 3 non-fatal overdoses reported from the community. Substance was thought to be fentanyl at time of use. Please remember to:Carry Naloxone and know how to use it Test your stuff, Start low and slow: you can always do more you cannot do less Avoid using behind locked doors when possible Safespot 800-972-0590 will stay on phone with you when you use and only call for help when you stop responding Reach out for free and confidential harm reduction supplies www.thesoarinitiative.org or call/text 937-830-2139 Remember "we take care of each other"

OVERDOSE SURGE ALERT! LOCATION: Columbus SOURCE: Franklin County Coroner Overdose Surge Alert for Columbus Ohio There have been 6 fatal overdoses in the last 24-48 hours reported from Franklin County Coroner's office. Please remember to: Carry Naloxone and know how to use it Test your stuff, Start low and slow: you can always do more you cannot do less Avoid using alone or behind locked doors when possible SafeSpot 1-800-972-0590 they will stay on phone with you while you use and call for help only if you stop responding, it is confidential and free..Reach out for Free Naloxone, test strips, Confidential harm reduction supplies, and linkages to care. www.thesoarinitiative.org or call/text 937-830-2139