YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The Yuma County Anti-Drug Coalition and the Sheriff's Office are teaming up in a campaign to eradicate fentanyl in Yuma County.

The hope is to reduce the number of people dying from fentanyl, which killed 16 people in Yuma County last year.

“In 2023, 323 pounds of fentanyl have been seized in Yuma County alone,” said Yuma County Public Information Specialist Tania Pavlak. “This year, 16 pounds of fentanyl have been reported seized, which has led to five deaths this year.”

The coalition holds monthly campaign meetings and presentations on fentanyl on the second Tuesday of each month at the Yuma Central Library. Topics include recognizing the signs of overdose, supporting recovery and advocating for policy change.

The sheriff's office shared a PSA announcement video to inform the public about the 12-week campaign.

The coalition said community members can also get involved by following weekly social media awareness posts and joining awareness activities on its website.

Check out our weekly awareness posts and join the campaign by following the Yuma County Anti-Drug Coalition. Facebook and Instagram.