Free sandbags in Volusia 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 Volusia County, FL
Volusia County posts its sandbag sites on volusia.org/hurricane and in its Emergency Management app when a storm threatens. In October 2024 county self-service sites at fire stations required proof of Volusia residency, 10 bags each. City of Daytona Beach also opens free self-serve sites (e.g. Bethune Point Park, 11 Bellevue Ave); 10 bags per vehicle, bring a shovel.
- Volusia County: hurricane preparednessvolusia.org
- City of Daytona Beach: sandbagspublication.daytonabeach.gov
Checked against official sources on October 25, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Volusia County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Volusia 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 Volusia County
17,807 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 125 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Volusia County (FEMA data as of October 2, 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
Volusia County's official alert system is AlertVolusia. 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 Volusia County, FL?
Volusia County posts its sandbag sites on volusia.org/hurricane and in its Emergency Management app when a storm threatens. In October 2024 county self-service sites at fire stations required proof of Volusia residency, 10 bags each. City of Daytona Beach also opens free self-serve sites (e.g. Bethune Point Park, 11 Bellevue Ave); 10 bags per vehicle, bring a shovel.
How do I get emergency alerts in Volusia County, FL?
Sign up for AlertVolusia, 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 Volusia 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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