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Several Rio Grande Valley cities are distributing free sandbags ahead of expected rainfall of 2–4 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. The heaviest rain is expected Thursday and Friday, with rain continuing through the weekend and early next week.
**ALAMO**
* City Hall, 420 N. Tower Road.
* Proof of residency required.
* Limit: 5 bags per household, 2 per business.
* Seniors 60+ and residents with disabilities can request loading assistance.
* Fill locations: Alamo Sports Complex, Balli Park, and Duranta Dr. & Professional Dr.
**PENITAS**
* Wednesday starting at noon, while supplies last.
* Penitas Fire Department, Main & Military Road.
* Limit: 4 bags per household.
**RIO GRANDE CITY**
* Thursday, 3–6 p.m.
* 632 W. Eisenhower Road.
* Proof of address within city limits required.
* Residents must fill their own bags.
**STARR COUNTY PRECINCT 4**
* 8 a.m.–5 p.m. this week.
* Precinct 4 Yard, 2235 N. FM 755, Rio Grande City.
* Limit: 4 bags per household.
* Valid ID required.
Pct. 4 will be offering sandbags today, October 1st, from 9AM to 6PM at the M Road Recovery Center.
What residents need to know before they go:
This is a self-service distribution. For faster service we encourage bringing your gloves and shovels.
🚗 Drive-Thru for Handicap ONLY: Our crews will load pre-filled bags into your vehicle.
⚠️Limit: 8 sandbags per household | 10 per business
📄 Requirement: Must provide proof of Pct. 4 residency/business in rural county area.
City of Edinburg Sandbag Distribution Extended Through Friday
Drive-thru pickup available to residents, while supplies last
Who: City of Edinburg
What: Sandbag Distribution Extended
Where: Edinburg Service Center, 1201 N. Doolittle Road
When: Friday, October 2, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
We will add more locations as they become available.
