UMVA has learned that a mysterious substance, later identified as fentanyl, was responsible for hospitalizing over a dozen first responders in New Mexico after they responded to a suspected overdose incident at a home where three people died.
The incident occurred in Mountainair, New Mexico, where four people were found unresponsive at a home. Two victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while a third later died at the hospital. A fourth person survived the ordeal.
According to information obtained by UMVA, preliminary findings indicate that the incident is linked to exposure to a powdered opioid substance within the home. Further analysis revealed the presence of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and a more illicit form of fentanyl.
The substances were found in powder form, and authorities reported that 25 people were exposed, with 20 hospitalized for treatment before being released. Two individuals remain hospitalized after arriving in serious condition.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that two of the deceased have been identified as Micah Rascon, 51, and Georgia Rascon, 49. Both the survivor and one of the deceased were administered the overdose medication Narcan.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that numerous first responders began experiencing symptoms including nausea and dizziness after exposure to the substance. The bravery of these responders was acknowledged by officials, who recognized their efforts to protect lives and secure the scene.
The incident remains under investigation, and officials are reviewing response procedures. The fire chief noted that there would be multiple debriefings to assess strengths and weaknesses.
