Residents and business owners can fill sandbags in preparation for heavy rains and possible isolated flooding expected this afternoon and evening; Additional rain and flooding is possible later this week as remnants of Tropical Storm Debby impact Baltimore

BALTIMORE, MD (August 6, 2024) – The Baltimore City Department of Transportation (DOT) announced today that it will make sandbags available for Baltimore City residents and business owners in preparation for possible heavy rains and isolated flooding in low-lying areas this afternoon and evening due to the threat of a severe thunderstorm.  The possibility of additional heavy rains and high tides may also cause isolated flooding later this week, potentially on Friday and Saturday, as the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby impact the Baltimore region.

The Department of Transportation will have limited quantities of sandbags available for city residents and business owners.  Sandbags will be available to Baltimore City residents and business owners today, Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the following locations:

• Fells Point – Intersection of Thames Street and Broadway
• Frederick Avenue – Stillmeadow Church located at 5110 Frederick Avenue
• Intersection of Hillen Road and 35^th Street

Sandbags will be available to Baltimore City residents and business owners on a first-come, first-served basis.  Those picking up sandbags will be asked to show proof of residence or business ownership in the City of Baltimore, such as a driver’s license, utility bill or business license.  Residents and business owners must fill and transport their sandbags.  The Department of Transportation will supply sand, bags, bag ties and shovels on-site at the locations listed above.

Please note that the timing and path of the storms listed above may change.  Residents should stay tuned to local media channels and social media sites throughout the week for updated weather information.

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