Free sandbags in Cochise County, AZ
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 Cochise County, AZ
Free self-serve sand and bags, no purchase needed, at Cochise County road yards Monday to Friday 7 am to 3 pm: Benson (901 E 4th St), Bisbee (1229 Hereford Rd), Douglas (3665 N Leslie Canyon Rd), Elfrida (3988 W Thompson Rd) and Willcox (500 W Railroad Ave). Also anytime at 9 other fire stations and sites; see the county list.
- Cochise County: sandbagscochise.az.gov
Checked against official sources on November 1, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Cochise County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Cochise 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.
Is your home in a flood or fire zone?
Type your address and see your flood, wildfire, earthquake and other hazard risks on one map, free. No sign-up needed.
Get official emergency alerts
Cochise County's official alert system is Cochise County Alerts. 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 Cochise County, AZ?
Free self-serve sand and bags, no purchase needed, at Cochise County road yards Monday to Friday 7 am to 3 pm: Benson (901 E 4th St), Bisbee (1229 Hereford Rd), Douglas (3665 N Leslie Canyon Rd), Elfrida (3988 W Thompson Rd) and Willcox (500 W Railroad Ave). Also anytime at 9 other fire stations and sites; see the county list.
How do I get emergency alerts in Cochise County, AZ?
Sign up for Cochise County Alerts, 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 Cochise County, AZ?
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.
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