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Miramar commission proclaims International Overdose Awareness Day; speakers stress fentanyl risks and prevention
Summary
The commission presented a proclamation for International Overdose Awareness Day (Aug. 31) and heard remarks from commissioners and local prevention coalitions emphasizing fentanyl dangers, school outreach, Narcan access and upcoming awareness events including an Oct. 18 "Music and Lights for Life" benefit.
The Miramar City Commission on Sept. 3, 2025, presented a proclamation declaring Aug. 31 International Overdose Awareness Day and heard testimony from local prevention coalition members, victim advocates and family members about the local harms of overdoses and fentanyl.
Commissioner Maxwell B. Chambers, who requested the proclamation, opened the discussion by urging awareness and prevention. "You don't have to take it. All you gotta do is touch it regardless of your age, and it will…
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