Hawaii fentanyl deaths rise, town hall planned on Oahu

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Data from the Honolulu Medical Examiner shows fentanyl-related overdose deaths have surged in recent years, even as law enforcement steps up seizures.

Fentanyl seized on Oahu had 250K lethal doses

A meeting is planned on Tuesday, Feb. 23 to raise awareness on the issue.

The Medical Examiner’s annual Statistical Report for Fiscal Year 2025 showed fentanyl-related deaths rose nearly 60% since 2023.

EMS director Dr. Jim Ireland said there have been fewer mass overdose cases, but individual calls still come in…

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