Free sandbags in Lamar 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 Lamar County, MS
In June 2026, WDAM reported sandbags available at Lamar County Emergency Management, 196 Central Industrial Row, Purvis; Northeast Lamar Fire Station 1, 753 Weathersby Rd, Hattiesburg; and Sumrall City Hall, 4880 Hwy 589, Sumrall. The same sites were listed in September 2024. Sites open when storms threaten; check with Lamar County Emergency Management, (601) 794-5378.
- WDAM, reporting Lamar County Emergency Managementwdam.com
- Lamar County: emergency managementlamarcountyms.gov
Checked against official sources on October 25, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Lamar County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Lamar 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 Lamar County
5,417 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 45 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Lamar County (FEMA data as of October 18, 2019), 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 "Lamar 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 Lamar County, MS?
In June 2026, WDAM reported sandbags available at Lamar County Emergency Management, 196 Central Industrial Row, Purvis; Northeast Lamar Fire Station 1, 753 Weathersby Rd, Hattiesburg; and Sumrall City Hall, 4880 Hwy 589, Sumrall. The same sites were listed in September 2024. Sites open when storms threaten; check with Lamar County Emergency Management, (601) 794-5378.
How do I know if my home is in a flood zone in Lamar 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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