News Summary
St. Petersburg officials are encouraging residents to prepare for the hurricane season by taking advantage of the city’s sandbag distribution services. A second distribution event will take place at the Pavement and Traffic Operations Building, where each household can collect 10 sandbags. Residents are advised to stock up ahead of potential storms, as distributions will close 48 hours before a hurricane’s expected landfall. Additional distribution sites will be available at two parks on the weekend. City staff will assist residents in the process to ensure effective flood defense.
St. Petersburg residents are urged to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season by taking advantage of year-round sandbag distribution services offered by the city. This initiative is particularly important as Pinellas County officials have highlighted the necessity of readiness in light of the 2025 Hurricane Season.
A second sandbag distribution event will take place this Saturday at the Pavement and Traffic Operations Building, located at 1744 9th Avenue North. The event will run from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Residents are reminded that they should not wait for a storm to occur before stocking up on sandbags.
During this event, each St. Petersburg household can collect a maximum of 10 sandbags upon providing proof of residency. City staff will be present throughout the event to assist residents and address any questions regarding the sandbag distribution process. This distribution center operates year-round, ensuring that residents have access to sandbags at any time before an impending storm.
In addition to the Saturday event, temporary sandbag distributions will also occur at John Chesnut Sr. Park and Walsingham Park on Friday and Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. Each vehicle is permitted to pick up up to 10 sandbags during these events as well. It is important to act swiftly, as sandbag distributions will close 48 hours before a storm is expected to make landfall.
To facilitate the process, limited shovels will be available at the distribution sites, and Public Works staff will be on hand to assist with filling and loading sandbags, specifically for seniors and those who may have difficulty doing so independently. Sandbags are an effective defense against flooding, capable of managing water levels up to 15 inches, as noted by county officials.
Residents living in flood-prone areas are encouraged to consider additional flood barrier options in conjunction with the sandbags being distributed. It is critical for all residents to prepare early in order to mitigate the potential flooding effects during the hurricane season.
Those within municipal boundaries should check with their local governments regarding sandbag availability and distribution processes. By proactively planning and preparing, residents can enhance their ability to protect their homes and properties against the potential impacts of hurricanes and heavy flooding.
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Additional Resources
- St. Pete Catalyst
- Fox 13 News
- I Love the Burg
- WTSP
- Hoodline
- Wikipedia: Sandbag
- Google Search: Sandbagging
- Google Scholar: Sandbagging Flood Management
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Sandbag
- Google News: Sandbagging
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