Free sandbags in Jackson 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 Jackson County, MS
When the Board of Supervisors declares a local emergency, as it did on October 7, 2026, Jackson County opens self-serve sandbag sites; bring your own shovel. Sites used in past storms include Ocean Springs Public Works, 712 A Pine Drive; Moss Point New Central Fire Station, 4204 Bellview Street; Pascagoula Jackson County Fairgrounds, 2902 Shortcut Road; and Central Roads Department, 8500 Jim Ramsey Road, Vancleave. Current sites are posted on county Facebook pages.
- Jackson County Fire Protection: Oct 2026 sandbag post (Facebook)facebook.com
- Jackson County: sandbag locations (2021 notice)co.jackson.ms.us
Checked against official sources on October 25, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Jackson County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Jackson 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 Jackson County
6,795 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 129 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Jackson County (FEMA data as of December 21, 2017), 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 "Jackson 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 Jackson County, MS?
When the Board of Supervisors declares a local emergency, as it did on October 7, 2026, Jackson County opens self-serve sandbag sites; bring your own shovel. Sites used in past storms include Ocean Springs Public Works, 712 A Pine Drive; Moss Point New Central Fire Station, 4204 Bellview Street; Pascagoula Jackson County Fairgrounds, 2902 Shortcut Road; and Central Roads Department, 8500 Jim Ramsey Road, Vancleave. Current sites are posted on county Facebook pages.
How do I know if my home is in a flood zone in Jackson 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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