St. Johns County is providing free sandbags at three locations throughout the county in preparation for Nicole. The sand and the bags provided are free of charge. Residents must provide their transportation and shovels, and are responsible for filling their bags. There is a maximum allocation of 20 bags per person.
The sand and bags are available until 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, and beginning at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, as long as weather permits.
The locations are:
• Palm Valley - Underneath the Palm Valley Bridge on the east side of the Intracoastal Waterway;
• Windswept Acres Park - 5335 SR A1A S.; and
• North Beach Park - 3721 Coastal Highway.
For more information, visit www.sjcfl.us/hurricane.
