UPDATE: Alexandria Extends Times for Sandbag Distribution

UPDATE: The City of Alexandria has extended the times for sandbag distribution in anticipation of heavy rain moving into the area Friday and Saturday, according to weather forecasters.

The new times are Friday, Oct. 2, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the intersection of King and Lee Streets, and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at 133 S. Quaker Lane.

See story below for more information.

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The National Weather Service projects that the Potomac River high tide will reach 4.43 feet at 1 a.m. on Saturday, which is expected to produce minor coastal flooding, according to an announcement Thursday from the City.

The City will provide up to five free sandbags per residential or business address, which may be picked up on Friday, Oct. 2, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the intersection of King and Lee Streets and at 133 S. Quaker Lane.

Those picking up sandbags will be asked to show proof of residence or business ownership in the City of Alexandria, such as a driver’s license or utility bill.

Sandbags should be returned to either pickup location after the storm, and should not be disposed of with normal trash or recycling.

Additional instructions for how to best use sandbags are available atwww.alexandriava.gov/Flooding.

Also read:

• Flood Prevention Tips
• Hurricane Joaquin’s Path Shifts to the East of DC Metro Area
• State of Emergency Declared Ahead of Nor’easter, Possible Hurricane
• How to Be Hurricane-Ready in Alexandria: Just In Case

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