Free Sandbags Available In Newark

NEWARK, CA — Call it the Pineapple Express, or an atmospheric river - just don't ignore the storm heading for Newark. Weather forecasters are warning that rainfall records could be set.

Is your home ready?

Here's where to find sandbags, and don't forget to bring a shovel —

Newark Maintenance Yard

37440 Filbert Street

After hours, empty sandbags are also available at Newark's three fire stations, which are located at:

• 39039 Cherry St.
• 35775 Ruschin Dr.
• 7550 Thornton Ave.

Each resident may be issued up to ten (10) bags to protect their doorways if flood warnings are issued or if flooding is occurring in Newark. Verification of residency and a signature will be required for issuance of the sandbags. Filling and handling of the sandbags will be the responsibility of the resident.

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