Free sandbags in Washington County, UT
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 Washington County, UT
City of St. George gives sandbags to St. George residents free year-round at the Reuse Center, 575 E. Brigham Road (call 435-627-4028); sand and shovels are there too. Hurricane City (posted Oct 22, 2026) has free sandbags: pick up empty bags at the Hurricane Police Department and fill them at city sand piles (Fire Station 42, 200 W by the ball fields, Animal Shelter, Dixie Springs).
- St. George: Reuse Center sandbagssgcityutah.gov
- Hurricane City: sandbag locationscityofhurricane.com
- Washington City: sandbags at Public Workswashingtonutah.gov
Checked against official sources on October 24, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Washington County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Washington 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.
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Is your home in a flood or fire zone?
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Get official emergency alerts
Search for "Washington 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 Washington County, UT?
City of St. George gives sandbags to St. George residents free year-round at the Reuse Center, 575 E. Brigham Road (call 435-627-4028); sand and shovels are there too. Hurricane City (posted Oct 22, 2026) has free sandbags: pick up empty bags at the Hurricane Police Department and fill them at city sand piles (Fire Station 42, 200 W by the ball fields, Animal Shelter, Dixie Springs).
How do I know if my home is in a flood zone in Washington County, UT?
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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