Overdose reported near Smart & Final in Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa CA

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Medical Emergency

Reported: 1/1/2026 05:33 PM

W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible overdose was reported at or near Smart & Final on West 19th Street in Costa Mesa. Emergency medical personnel from Newport Medic 62 were dispatched to respond.

Audio|Heard on: Metro Net Fire Dispatch

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Newport Medic 62, possible overdose near Smart & Final on West 19th, City of Costa Mesa, District 322X-ray, cross street Pomona.

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Newport Medic 62 Charlie responds on three Bravo.

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W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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Overdose reported near Smart & Final in Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa CA

As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible overdose was reported at or near Smart & Final on West 19th Street in Costa Mesa. Emergency medical personnel from Newport Medic 62 were dispatched to respond.

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