Free sandbags in Flagler County, FL
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 Flagler County, FL
Flagler County sandbags are offered only ahead of storms. In September 2024 the City of Palm Coast opened a self-serve location at Indian Trails Sports Complex, 5455 Belle Terre Pkwy, Palm Coast, limit ten bags per vehicle; bring a shovel and fill the bags yourself. Sand and bags can also be bought at hardware stores.
- City of Palm Coast: sandbagspalmcoast.gov
Checked against official sources on October 25, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Flagler County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Flagler 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 Flagler County
3,687 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 67 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Flagler County (FEMA data as of March 5, 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
Search for "Flagler County emergency alerts" on your county's official website, and turn on Wireless Emergency Alerts in your phone's settings.
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 Flagler County, FL?
Flagler County sandbags are offered only ahead of storms. In September 2024 the City of Palm Coast opened a self-serve location at Indian Trails Sports Complex, 5455 Belle Terre Pkwy, Palm Coast, limit ten bags per vehicle; bring a shovel and fill the bags yourself. Sand and bags can also be bought at hardware stores.
How do I know if my home is in a flood zone in Flagler County, FL?
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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