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NOFD provides free Narcan kits at engine houses across the city

The overdose-reversal drug Narcan is displayed during training for employees of the Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC), Dec. 4, 2018, in Philadelphia. The death of a Connecticut seventh grader from an apparent fentanyl overdose has renewed calls for schools to carry the opioid antidote naloxone. The 13-year-old student in Hartford died Saturday after falling ill in school two days earlier. The school did not have naloxone, which is known by the brand name Narcan. But now city officials are vowing to put it in all schools. Fatal overdoses among young people in the U.S. have been increasing amid the opioid epidemic but remain relatively uncommon. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, file)

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — On Tuesday, the New Orleans Fire Department reminded residents of free Narcan kits that can be picked up at select engine houses across the city.

According to a press release, NOFD and the New Orleans Health Department partnered to help fight against the opioid epidemic.


NOFD reported that they witness the seriousness of opioid use on a daily basis and want to stay committed to fighting addiction.

Anyone in need can stop by the following NOFD locations from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. to pick up a free Narcan kit at the following locations:

Station 1: 2920 Magazine St

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