On Friday, September 4, 2026, The Chainsmokers' concert at Discovery Meadow in San Jose, California, was marred by a series of medical emergencies, resulting in 14 attendees being hospitalized. (tmz.com)
The San Jose Fire Department received multiple calls around 8:22 p.m. reporting concertgoers in need of medical assistance. In response, they dispatched an Ambulance Task Force, two advanced life support fire units, and a battalion chief to manage the situation. A total of 14 ambulances were deployed, each transporting a patient to local hospitals. (tmz.com)
Authorities have indicated that the medical issues were likely related to alcohol intoxication and drug use. However, specific details regarding the conditions of those hospitalized have not been disclosed. (tmz.com)
The concert, which began at 5 p.m., continued until approximately 10:34 p.m., with emergency services concluding their operations around that time. San Jose police assisted with traffic control during the incident, and no arrests were reported. (tmz.com)
This incident follows a similar event less than a month prior, where nine people were injured at a Chainsmokers concert in Palm Springs due to bottles being thrown into the crowd. The duo has not publicly commented on either incident. (tmz.com)