Sandbag Pick-Up Locations
County residents in unincorporated areas may pick up sandbags free of charge at the following locations. There is a limit of 15 premade sandbags. In addition to premade sandbags, the County provides materials for individuals to fill as many bags as they need on their own. Requests for additional premade bags will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Unincorporated Pickup Locations
Princeton Corporation Yard
203 Cornell Avenue
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 728-7993
Grant Corporation Yard
752 Chestnut Street
Redwood City, CA 94063
(650) 363-4103
La Honda Corporation Yard
59 Entrada Way
La Honda, CA 94020
(650) 747-0341
Pescadero High School
350 Butano Cutoff Road
Pescadero, CA 94060
Sandbag Resources (as of 01/05/2023)
Proper Use of Sandbags
Quick Storm Preparation Tips
- Check roof drains and down spouts to make sure they are clear of debris.
- Keep children away from creeks and large drains which can be deadly during storms.
- Keep leaves and yard trimmings out of storm drains and gutters.
- Don't forget your pets, and don’t forget to pick up pet waste to prevent water pollution.
- Turn off automatic sprinklers.
- Don't store hazardous materials in areas that may be subject to flooding.
- Store emergency supplies (first aid kit, essential medicines, cash, food, non-electric can opener, portable battery-operated radio, flashlights and spare batteries) in air-tight bags and in handy locations.
- Keep your car fueled. If electric power is cut off, filling stations may not be able to operate.
Emergency Phone Numbers
San Mateo County Department of Public Works Emergency Line (24 Hours) | (650) 363-4100 |
San Mateo County Department of Public Works (Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm) | (650) 363-4100 |
San Mateo County Office of Emergency Services (OES) | (650) 363-4790 |
California Office of Emergency Services | (916) 464-1013 |
To report downed wires or power lines, a power outage, a gas leak or other related emergency, call PG&E | (800) 743-5000 OR 911 |
Red Cross Disaster Services | (650) 259-1750 |