The City of Homestead is preparing for the potential impacts of Tropical Storm Erika by offering free sandbags for residents on Saturday, August 29 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in two locations:
-Temporary Police Station at 1601 SE 28th Ave. Homestead, FL 33035
-Robby George Park at 201 SW 11th Ave. Homestead, FL 33030
Sandbags will be limited to six per household; proof of City of Homestead residency is required. Homestead Businesses are also eligible to receive the free sandbags with proof of address.