Here’s where to get free sandbags in Bradenton, Manatee as Florida braces for hurricane
Free sandbags are being made available to residents ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia’s anticipated arrival as a major hurricane on Florida’s Gulf Coast this week.
As of Monday, Bradenton and Tampa Bay are under a hurricane and storm surge warning, with hurricane conditions expected to arrive within 36 hours.
Local public safety officials are urging residents to finalize preparations for the storm as soon as possible, including readying property for possible flood impacts. Using sandbags at points of entry around your house can prevent flood waters from getting inside.
As of Monday, significant storm surge of 4 to 7 feet is anticipated for coastal Manatee County. Surge is also likely along the Manatee River and other inland water bodies.
Where can I get sandbags in Manatee County?
Starting Monday, Manatee County Government has free sandbags available at multiple locations. The sandbags are self-serve, with a limit of 10 per household. The bags are provided.
Sandbag centers are available at the following locations:
- Manatee Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach
- Coquina Beach, 2650 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach
- Bayfront Park, 310 North Bay Blvd., Anna Maria Island
- Rubonia, 1309 72nd St. E., Palmetto
- 66th Street West Fleet Building, (non-ADA; entrance directly across from 65th Street West), 4700 66th St. W., Bradenton
- Pride Park, 6032 Ninth St. E., Bradenton
DeSoto Mall, 303 301 Blvd. West, Bradenton
Myakka Community Center, 10060 Wauchula Road, Myakka City
Bradenton residents: Starting Monday morning, sandbags became available for city of Bradenton residents at the Public Works Annex Building, 1411 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. There is a limit of 10 sandbags per vehicle.
Visit www.MyManatee.org/ManateeReady to check your evacuation level and view other hurricane preparedness information.
This story was originally published August 28, 2023 at 12:33 PM.