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St. John the Baptist Parish to open sandbag filling locations on Saturday

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH – In preparation for potential severe weather associated with Tropical Storm Marco and Tropical Storm Laura, Parish President Hotard will open sandbag sites to the public beginning Saturday, August 22, 2020, at noon.

Sandbag locations will operate on Saturday, August 22, 2020, from noon to 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, August 23, 2020, from 8:00 am to 7:00 p.m. 

Please bring your own shovel to the following self-serve locations:

Pre-filled sandbags for elderly and disabled: (Limit 10 pre-filled)

Officials continue to closely monitor both tropical systems and remain in contact with the National Weather Service for updates.

Residents should finalize hurricane preparations and stay informed by visiting sjbparish.com.