Free sandbags in Siskiyou County, CA
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 Siskiyou County, CA
When heavy rain threatens, Siskiyou County Public Works provides sand and bags at county yards during business hours (8 a.m.-4 p.m.): Yreka (279 Sharps Rd), Fort Jones (133 Scott River Rd), Mt. Shasta (2839 Pine Grove Dr), McCloud (1011 Walnut St) and Happy Camp (64738 Airport Rd). Sand is for the bags provided only. Call 530-842-8250.
- Siskiyou County Public Works: sandbags availablesiskiyoucounty.gov
Checked against official sources on October 24, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Siskiyou County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Siskiyou 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 Siskiyou County
14,855 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 257 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Siskiyou County (FEMA data as of December 10, 2025), 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
Siskiyou County's official alert system is ReadySiskiyou 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 Siskiyou County, CA?
When heavy rain threatens, Siskiyou County Public Works provides sand and bags at county yards during business hours (8 a.m.-4 p.m.): Yreka (279 Sharps Rd), Fort Jones (133 Scott River Rd), Mt. Shasta (2839 Pine Grove Dr), McCloud (1011 Walnut St) and Happy Camp (64738 Airport Rd). Sand is for the bags provided only. Call 530-842-8250.
How do I get emergency alerts in Siskiyou County, CA?
Sign up for ReadySiskiyou 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 Siskiyou County, CA?
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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