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City of Tampa Makes Sandbags Available to Residents
Encourages residents to follow safety precautions in the event of flooding

Tampa, Fla. (November 25, 2014)  The City of Tampa will make sandbags available to city residents at three locations today, November 25, 2014beginning at 2 p.m. Sandbags will be available until 7 p.m. this evening.

Residents may pick-up sandbags at the following locations:
Himes Sports Complex, 4500 South Himes Avenue
Jackson Heights Playground, 3310 E. Lake Avenue
City of Tampa Solid Waste at 4010 W. Spruce Street 

Tampa residents interested in receiving sandbags must show identification verifying residence within the city limits. A valid driver's license, utility bill, or electric bill will serve as appropriate identification.  There is a ten bag limit. 

In addition, the City of Tampa requests that residents with a storm drain on their property check to ensure that the drain is clear of all debris including leaves and trash.

Residents should report flooding issues by calling (813) 274-3101.