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Friday, November 8, 2024

Pinellas Update: Sandbags available Sunday and Monday for unincorporated residents

Pinellas Update: Sandbags available Sunday and Monday for unincorporated residents 

Sandbag distribution locations will open Sunday and Monday for unincorporated Pinellas residents to prepare for potential flooding from increased rainfall, which could occur from Tropical Storm Ian as it approaches Florida next week.  

Sandbag distribution locations open Sunday and Monday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. or as supplies last:

  • John Chesnut Sr. Park: 2200 East Lake Road in Palm Harbor 
  • Walsingham Park: 12615 102nd Ave, Seminole
  • Lealman Exchange, 5175 45th St N, St. Petersburg
• Sandbags limited to 20 per person – materials will be supplied, shovels available 

• John Chesnut and Walsingham Park will be closed Sunday and Monday except for sandbag operations.

• City residents can check with their cities about other sandbag availability. 

Sandbags are only recommended for residents who may experience minor flooding from rainfall. Sandbags are not recommended for storm surge from the bay or tidal waters.

Original source can be found here

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