Skip to main content
See every side of every news story
Published loading...Updated

14 people hospitalized at Chainsmokers concert in California

Emergency crews requested 14 ambulances after multiple concertgoers needed medical attention, and police said some cases involved suspected alcohol intoxication and drug-related issues.

  • On Friday, September 4, 14 people were transported to local hospitals during an outdoor concert by The Chainsmokers at Discovery Meadow in San Jose, California, after the San Jose Fire Department responded to reports of multiple patients requiring medical attention at 8:22 p.m.
  • Police told NBC Bay Area that concertgoers were treated for "suspected alcohol intoxication and drug-related issues," while the San Jose Fire Department immediately deployed an Ambulance Task Force, additional advanced life support fire units, and a Battalion Chief.
  • At least 10 attendees were taken to the hospital during the final 30 minutes of the show, with a total of 14 ambulances responding to transport patients requiring urgent care.
  • No arrests were reported following the incident, and The Chainsmokers have not publicly addressed the situation at press time despite the significant medical response required.
  • The duo continued their US tour on Saturday, September 5, performing at the Encore Beach Club in Las Vegas as part of a residency following a summer featuring appearances at Lollapalooza and other major festivals.
Insights by Ground AI

24 Articles

Fourteen people were hospitalized during and after a concert by The Chainmokers in Discovery Meadow, California.

Think freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/yearSubscribe

Bias Distribution

  • 62% of the sources are Center
62% Center

Factuality Info Icon

To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium

Ownership

Info Icon

To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage

NBC Bay Area broke the news in San Jose, United States on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Too Big Arrow Icon
Sources are mostly out of (0)

Similar News Topics

News
Feed Dots Icon
For You
Search Icon
Search
Blindspot LogoBlindspotLocal