Full Notification

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: July 15, 2025
Contact:
City of New Port Richey – Public Works Department
(727) 841-4536 | www.citynpr.org
 

 
City of New Port RIchey Sandbag Operations to Open for City Residents
 
Residents Encouraged to Prepare for Hurricane Season
 
New Port Richey, Florida – As a precautionary measure ahead of forecasted rainfall later today, the City of New Port Richey will open sandbag operations through 4:00 p.m. 
 
Residents concerned about potential flooding are encouraged to take advantage of 10 free sandbags, distribution for materials is as follows: 
 

• Sandbags: Public Works Operations Center – 6132 Pine Hill Road
• Sand: Across from the Public Works Fleet Maintenance & Warehouse – 6420 Pine Hill Road
• Dates: Tuesday, July 15, 2025
• Hours: through 4:00 PM

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change based on weather conditions.
 
What to Bring:

• Proof of residency (e.g., utility bill or government-issued ID)
• Shovels will not be provided – this is a self-serve site
• Limit: 10 sandbags per household

 
This is also anopportunity to prepare for hurricane season. Residents are urged to make a plan, build an emergency supply kit, and stay informed through official communication channels.

For updates and information, visit the City’s website at www.citynpr.org, follow the City on social media, or call the Public Works Department at (727) 841-4536.