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Information on the City of Venice and Sarasota County sandbag distribution
Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC
City of Venice
In anticipation of Tropical Depression 9 gaining strength and making landfall in Florida next week, the City of Venice Public Works Department will have sandbags available for residents beginning Sunday, Sept. 25, from noon to 6 p.m. at Wellfield Park off Pinebrook Road.
These are self-filling stations. There is a limit of 10 sandbags per household while supplies last.
Shovels will be provided. City staff will be on hand.
Residents are encouraged to bring their own bags in case the City’s run out, as well as their own shovels to expedite the process.
Note: Changes in weather patterns could impact sandbag operation times.
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Sarasota County
SANDBAG OPERATIONS will be available for Sarasota County residents on Sunday, Sept. 25, from noon to 6 p.m., and Monday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., at the following locations:
Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Road, Sarasota
Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th St., Sarasota
South County Fleet Services, 4571 SR 776/Englewood Road, Venice
Residents are limited to 10 bags per vehicle. #SRQCounty
NOTE: Changes in weather patterns could impact operational hours.