When did the true story of breaking bad take place?

The true events that inspired "Breaking Bad" primarily took place in the early 2000s. The show's creator, Vince Gilligan, drew from real-life stories of methamphetamine production and drug trade, particularly in the American Southwest. While the series itself is fictional, it reflects the realities of the drug epidemic during that time. The narrative unfolds over five seasons, starting in 2008 and concluding in 2013.