Hospitalizations dropping in Belleville after tainted drugs cause spike in calls

After a surge in suspected drug overdoses pushed emergency crews in Belleville, Ont., near the breaking point this week, the number of calls is dropping back to normal, according to the area's head of emergency services.

Hospitalizations dropping in Belleville after tainted drugs cause spike in calls
A man with short grey hair, waring a blue paramedic uniform stands at a podium. Behind him are The Canadian and Ontario flags and a large room with a council table and chairs.

After a surge in suspected drug overdoses pushed emergency crews in Belleville, Ont., near the breaking point this week, the number of calls is dropping back to normal, according to the area's head of emergency services.