Dozens taken to hospital after suspected mass overdose in Baltimore

A suspected mass overdose in Baltimore has led to at least 27 people being hospitalized in critical condition near a road intersection in West Baltimore. Although there have been no reported fatalities, the incident highlights the ongoing battle against the opioid epidemic in the city. The US has seen a spike in drug-related deaths over the last two decades, with an increase of 500% according to the CDC, mainly attributed to opioids, heroin, and synthetic drugs like fentanyl. Emergency responders were directed to multiple individuals showing overdose symptoms at the scene, prompting a warning from Baltimore Police to avoid the area.