(County of Sutter County Office of Emergency Management release) – Sutter County operates its sandbag distribution sites throughout the winter months in anticipation of continuous and extended heavy rainfall events during which widespread flooding may occur. Sand and sandbags are available to property owners and local businesses on a self-serve basis. Property owners and businesses are requested to take no more than 25 sandbags.

These sandbags are not intended for commercial ventures or builders involved in new construction or development. Sandbags and sand are available, inexpensively, at most hardware and home improvement stores.

The link that follows is to a list of sandbag locations, including that operated by the City of Yuba City:

https://www.suttercounty.org/…/flo…/sandbag-locations….

As well: The Yuba County Office of Emergency Services is advising residents in the lowest-lying areas prone to localized flooding, to “expect more over the next few days and that sandbags are available for filling, 24/7 – until supplies last – at the Yuba County Airport and in the foothills at the Loma Rica Public Works Yard, 5390 Fruitland Road, from 7 a.m. Until 3:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday.”

You’re also encouraged to report non-emergency hazards such as downed trees & flooded roads at the YCOES website, (https://bit.ly/3GAdjTq), or by calling the sheriff’s office non-emergency line at (530) 749-7777