free sandbags

With the first rain of the season expected this week, the City of Mission Viejo is reminding residents that sandbags are available to protect properties from flooding and emergency erosion.

Sandbags are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bags are pre-filled and are limited to 10 bags per resident. Residents can pick-up sand bags throughout the City at the following locations:

Alicia Park, 23650 Via Linda

Animal Services Center, 28095 Hillcrest

Mission Viejo Civic Center, 200 Civic Center

With significant rain storms in the forecast, the City of Mission Viejo is urging residents to be prepared.

The National Weather Service says a strong storm system will move through Southern California Friday through Saturday, bringing heavy rain and damaging winds to the area.