Volusia County Opens Sandbag Locations Ahead of Heavy Rainfall from Tropical Disturbance

Posted On: October 4, 2024

Volusia County will open multiple sandbag locations as the disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico is forecast to bring heavy rainfall to Central Florida starting later this weekend and continuing into the middle of next week.

Volusia County residents can pick up sand and sandbags from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the following locations:

• Volusia County Fire Rescue Station 23, Turnbull Station, 1850 Pioneer Trail, New Smyrna Beach
• Volusia County Fire Rescue Station 34, Indian Mound Station, 1700 Enterprise-Osteen Road, Osteen

Residents may fill their sandbags at both fire station locations and should bring a shovel. There is a limit of 10 sandbags per household.

Additionally, the Volusia County Corrections Division will distribute pre-filled sandbags through a drive-thru service from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Volusia County Branch Jail, 1300 Red John Drive, Daytona Beach. Each vehicle is eligible to receive up to 10 pre-filled sandbags.

Proof of Volusia County residency is required at all three locations.

Volusia County staff will continue coordinating with state officials and the National Weather Service regarding potential local impacts from the disturbance. For updates, download the Volusia Emergency Management app, available on the App Store and Google Play, follow the County's social media channels, and visit www.volusia.org.