Pasco County Opens Self-Serve Sandbag Locations

PASCO COUNTY, FL — Following days of heavy rain, and more rain in the forecast for the weekend, Pasco County Government would like to remind residents that there are two sandbag stations open to help residents protect property from potential flooding.

Sand and sandbags are available at the following locations:

• Pasco County Public Works (C-Barn), 30908 Warder Road, San Antonio

• Magnolia Valley Golf Course Clubhouse, 7223 Massachusetts Ave., New Port Richey

These are self-serve sandbag locations and they are open 24 hours to Pasco County residents. Bring a shovel and be prepared to fill your own sandbags.

The most effective placement for sandbags in a flood event includes entry and exit points of your home, such as doorways and garage areas. Pasco County has released a video explaining how to fill and place sandbags.

For more information about preparing for disasters – including how to sign up for emergency notifications through Alert Pasco – click here.