Free sandbags in Pearl River 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 Pearl River County, MS
Pearl River County Emergency Services opens self-serve sandbag sites when heavy rain or a storm threatens (most recently June 2026): the County Operations Center, 810 Hwy 11 South, Poplarville, and fire stations at 86 Pine Grove Rd, 298 Salem Rd and 1981 Hwy 11 South (Picayune) and 7414 Hwy 11 South (Carriere). Sand and bags are supplied; bring a shovel. City of Picayune residents can also pick up sandbags at the City Maintenance Barn, 309 Stephens St.
- Pearl River County Emergency Services: sandbag sitesfacebook.com
- City of Picayune: sandbagsfacebook.com
- Pearl River County: Emergency Servicespearlrivercounty.net
Checked against official sources on October 25, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Pearl River County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Pearl River 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 Pearl River County
2,015 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 88 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Pearl River County (FEMA data as of September 27, 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 "Pearl River 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 Pearl River County, MS?
Pearl River County Emergency Services opens self-serve sandbag sites when heavy rain or a storm threatens (most recently June 2026): the County Operations Center, 810 Hwy 11 South, Poplarville, and fire stations at 86 Pine Grove Rd, 298 Salem Rd and 1981 Hwy 11 South (Picayune) and 7414 Hwy 11 South (Carriere). Sand and bags are supplied; bring a shovel. City of Picayune residents can also pick up sandbags at the City Maintenance Barn, 309 Stephens St.
How do I know if my home is in a flood zone in Pearl River 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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