Health officials in Kamloops are sounding the alarm following the discovery of multiple street drugs contaminated with extremely potent and potentially lethal substances. A new drug advisory, issued by Harm Reduction | Population and Public Health, warns that drugs sold locally as “Down, Dope, or Fentanyl” have tested positive for carfentanil (1.2%), fentanyl (21-50%), and/or fluorofentanyl (21-50%).

The alert remains in effect until August 1, 2025.

⚠️ What You Need to Know:

• Carfentanil is up to 100 times more powerful than fentanyl.

• Fluorofentanyl is up to 2 times stronger than fentanyl.

• These substances are far stronger than typical street concentrations (average fentanyl: 6%, fluorofentanyl: 7%).

• The drugs come in a variety of colors and textures, making them hard to identify by appearance alone.

• Risk of overdose and fatal overdose is extremely high.

📍 Where to Get Drugs Tested:

ASK Wellness
📞 250-299-7219
📍 433 Tranquille Road (back entrance), Kamloops

Drug checking is strongly encouraged. Additional testing locations can be found at drugchecking.ca.

🛑 If You Choose to Use:

• Never use alone — have someone nearby or use the LifeGuard App: lifeguarddh.com

• Start with a very small amount

• Space out doses

• Carry naloxone and know how to use it — it can save a life

• Avoid mixing with alcohol or other substances

• Find local support and harm reduction services via bc211.ca or by calling 211

Officials are urging anyone using street drugs to take these warnings seriously, share this information, and prioritize safety. This alert follows a recent spike in overdoses believed to be linked to these contaminated drugs.

For more updates, follow local health alerts or contact public health services.