Free sandbags in Leon 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 Leon County, FL
When heavy rain or a storm threatens, Leon County opens staffed sandbag sites with free sand, bags and ties; helpers assist with filling and the county asks for no more than 15 bags each. A May 2024 activation used the Northeast Branch Library (5513 Thomasville Rd), Apalachee Regional Park (7550 Apalachee Pkwy), Fred George Park (3043 Capital Circle NW), Oak Ridge Rd at Ranchero Rd and Ft. Braden Community Park (15000 Blountstown Hwy). Sites are announced at LeonCountyFL.gov/ei.
- Leon County: sandbagscms.leoncountyfl.gov
Checked against official sources on October 25, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Leon County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Leon 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 Leon County
7,129 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 86 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Leon County (FEMA data as of June 11, 2026), 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
Leon County's official alert system is Leon 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 Leon County, FL?
When heavy rain or a storm threatens, Leon County opens staffed sandbag sites with free sand, bags and ties; helpers assist with filling and the county asks for no more than 15 bags each. A May 2024 activation used the Northeast Branch Library (5513 Thomasville Rd), Apalachee Regional Park (7550 Apalachee Pkwy), Fred George Park (3043 Capital Circle NW), Oak Ridge Rd at Ranchero Rd and Ft. Braden Community Park (15000 Blountstown Hwy). Sites are announced at LeonCountyFL.gov/ei.
How do I get emergency alerts in Leon County, FL?
Sign up for Leon 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 Leon 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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