Sand and Sandbag Locations
June 16, 2022
The Fraser Valley Regional District has made sand and sandbags available at the following locations for residents.
These sites are not staffed. Please bring two people to fill the bags. Bring your own shovels and dress appropriately for the weather.
If sand or bags need restocking please email emergencyinfo@fvrd.ca
Instructions:
- Sandbags are not filled.
- Bring your own shovel
- Residents are responsible for removing and disposing of used sandbags.
- Please take only what you need.
Location |
Address |
Harrison Mills |
Morris Valley Road & Chehalis Forest Service Road (East of Sasquatch Inn) |
Dewdney |
North Fraser Fire Hall Dewdney, BC * Bags located under sundeck of the Fire hall. |
Laidlaw |
Laidlaw Road/Hunter Creek Road |
Please visit the City of Chilliwack’s website for additional sand and sandbag locations. |
Learn More:
- How to build a sandbag dike and video
- Tips for safety near floodwaters, preparing effective sandbags
- Flood Preparedness Guide: www.preparedbc.ca/floods
- For tips on how to prepare grab-and-go bags, visit: www.preparedbc.ca/emergencykit
- Sign up for Alertable emergency notifications
- Follow the FVRD on Twitter and Facebook
- Get updates from the River Forecast Centre