Coon Rapids Police And Fire Departments Now Offering Free Naloxone Kits to Combat Opioid Overdoses

Coon Rapids Police And Fire Departments Now Offering Free Naloxone Kits to Combat Opioid Overdoses

COON RAPIDS, MN — In a proactive effort to combat the ongoing opioid crisis, both the Coon Rapids Police and Fire Departments are now offering free Naloxone (Narcan) kits to the public. Naloxone is a life-saving medication capable of rapidly reversing the effects of an opioid overdose.

Residents can now visit designated locations across the city to pick up a free Naloxone kit, no questions asked. The initiative is part of a broader push to empower community members with tools that can save lives, particularly as opioid-related overdoses continue to rise across Minnesota and the nation.

Distribution Locations and Hours:

• Coon Rapids Police Department
  11155 Robinson Drive NW
  Open: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Fire Station 1
  1460 Egret Blvd NW
  Open: Daily, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Fire Station 2
  1199 121st Ave NW
  Open: Daily, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Fire Station 3
  3150 111th Ave NW
  Open: Daily, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Coon Rapids joins a growing list of Minnesota cities making Naloxone more accessible to the general public, following statewide efforts to reduce opioid-related fatalities. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, opioid-involved deaths increased by 43% from 2020 to 2021, with fentanyl contributing to the majority of those deaths.

“This program is about saving lives,” said a spokesperson for the Coon Rapids Fire Department. “We encourage everyone—whether you know someone struggling with addiction or not—to carry Naloxone. You never know when it might make the difference between life and death.”

Naloxone is safe, easy to administer, and has no effect on individuals who are not experiencing an opioid overdose. Each free kit typically includes two doses, along with clear instructions for use.

For more information about opioid overdose prevention and resources, visit www.health.state.mn.us.

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