Free sandbags in Baldwin County, AL
Where to get sandbags, how to get official alerts, and how to check your own address before the next storm.
Where to get free sandbags in Baldwin County, AL
In October 2026, ahead of Hurricane Isaias, the City of Foley offered free sand and shovels (sandbags when in stock) at the former Public Works site, 120 E. Orchid Ave., entered by the north gate at the east end of E. Marigold Ave. Baldwin County also put out sand at the Central Annex, 22251 Palmer St., Robertsdale (bring your own shovel and bags). Sites open when storms threaten; check with the city or county EMA.
- City of Foley: sandbags and sandcityoffoley.org
- FOX10, reporting Baldwin County and cities: sand sitesfox10tv.com
Checked against official sources on October 25, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Baldwin County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Baldwin County, we email you right away with what to do. We also give you a heads-up a day ahead when NOAA forecasts severe storms or flash-flooding rain.
Want alerts for your exact street instead? Check your address and sign up there.
Flood maps for Baldwin County
20,337 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 216 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Baldwin County (FEMA data as of September 27, 2020), so you can see the exact zone at your front door in seconds. You'll also see wildfire, earthquake and other hazard layers for your address.
Get official emergency alerts
Baldwin County's official alert system is Alert Baldwin. It's free and sends warnings to your phone when a storm, fire or evacuation affects your area.
Before the storm: a quick checklist
- Pick up sandbags early. Supplies run out once a storm is in the forecast.
- Fill bags about halfway and lay them flat, overlapping like bricks, at doorways and the garage door.
- Clear gutters, downspouts and the storm drain in front of your house.
- Move valuables, papers and electronics off the floor.
- Take photos or a video of your rooms and belongings for insurance.
- Never walk or drive through floodwater. Turn around, don't drown.
Questions people ask
Where can I get free sandbags in Baldwin County, AL?
In October 2026, ahead of Hurricane Isaias, the City of Foley offered free sand and shovels (sandbags when in stock) at the former Public Works site, 120 E. Orchid Ave., entered by the north gate at the east end of E. Marigold Ave. Baldwin County also put out sand at the Central Annex, 22251 Palmer St., Robertsdale (bring your own shovel and bags). Sites open when storms threaten; check with the city or county EMA.
How do I get emergency alerts in Baldwin County, AL?
Sign up for Alert Baldwin, which is free, and turn on Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone.
How do I know if my home is in a flood zone in Baldwin County, AL?
Enter your address at mystormplan.com/check to see your FEMA flood zone and other hazards for your exact property, free.
How many sandbags do I need?
A common rule of thumb is about 100 bags to build a wall 1 foot high and 20 feet long. Most homes use sandbags to steer water away from doorways and garage doors. Fill bags only about halfway so they lie flat and tight.