Free sandbags in Hancock County, MS
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 Hancock County, MS
Hancock County Emergency Management sets up self-serve sand and sandbag sites when storms threaten; bring your own shovel. The September 2024 list: Emergency Operations Center, 18333 Hwy 603, Kiln; Old Hancock County Complex, 3068 Longfellow Drive; Lakeshore Community Center, 6440 Lower Bay Road; Bayside Fire Department; West Hancock Fire Department, 16006 Washington Street; Diamondhead City Hall, 5000 Diamondhead Circle. For help call Hancock County EMA at 228-255-0942.
- Hancock County EMA via City of Bay St. Louis: sandbagsbaystlouis-ms.gov
- Hancock County: Emergency Managementhancockcounty.ms.gov
Checked against official sources on October 25, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Hancock County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Hancock 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 Hancock County
2,842 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 97 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Hancock County (FEMA data as of July 31, 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
Hancock County's official alert system is Hancock County CodeRED sign-up. 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 Hancock County, MS?
Hancock County Emergency Management sets up self-serve sand and sandbag sites when storms threaten; bring your own shovel. The September 2024 list: Emergency Operations Center, 18333 Hwy 603, Kiln; Old Hancock County Complex, 3068 Longfellow Drive; Lakeshore Community Center, 6440 Lower Bay Road; Bayside Fire Department; West Hancock Fire Department, 16006 Washington Street; Diamondhead City Hall, 5000 Diamondhead Circle. For help call Hancock County EMA at 228-255-0942.
How do I get emergency alerts in Hancock County, MS?
Sign up for Hancock County CodeRED sign-up, 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 Hancock County, MS?
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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