With the forecast in mind, Acadiana governments are offering citizens sand and bags if needed.
Here's a full parish-by-parish list:
EVANGELINE PARISH
Region A Yard: 1200 Vocational Drive, Ville Platte, LA 70586
Region B Yard: 1321 HWY 95, Mamou, LA, 70554
Region C Yard: 1609 Wiley Road, Ville Platte, LA, 70586 (North of Turkey Creek off of the Glenmora-Turkey Creek Road
Region D Yard: 1152 Hunter Road, Basile, LA, 70515
Residents need to bring a shovel
IBERIA PARISH:
New Iberia will have sand and sandbags available to the public at the Acadian Ballpark (401 N Landry Drive) starting June 15, 2026. Bring a shovel and be prepared to fill your own sandbags. If you have any questions, contact the Public Works Department at (337) 369-2391.
LAFAYETTE PARISH:
Below is a list of sandbag sites throughout Lafayette Parish. All sites are self-bagging, and residents must bring their own shovel and manpower. Lafayette Parish residents who require additional assistance filling and loading sandbags should call 311.
Click here for interactive site map featuring sandbag locations and active road closures.
Note: Availability of each site may vary depending on weather conditions or operational status. Check official LCG channels for current site openings.
LAFAYETTE CITY AND PARISH SANDBAG LOCATIONS
Operated by Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG). Limited to 20 bags per household.
- North District Site – 400 Dugas Road (LCG Compost Facility off North University Avenue)
- Picard Park – 130 Park Lane
MUNICIPALITY SANDBAG LOCATIONS
Operated by individual municipalities. Availability and operating hours may vary.
- Broussard
- Broussard City Hall – 310 E. Main Street (behind dumpsters)
- Deer Meadow Subdivision - corner of Deer Meadow Blvd. and Myette Point
- Broadview Dr. – by the Broussard Community Center
- Carencro – 5115 N. University Avenue (behind Community Center)
- Duson – South A Street (Duson Park)
- Scott – 118 Lions Club Road (City Hall/Public Works Department)
- Youngsville – 399 4th St. (Foster Park)
BROUSSARD:
The City of Broussard has free sandbags available for residents and businesses preparing for expected heavy rainfall over the next few days, as forecasted by the National Weather Service. “We have free sandbags for our residents and businesses that are preparing for possible flooding,” said Broussard Mayor Ray Bourque. “We want to help them protect their properties in Broussard.” “Please stay safe. Do not drive through flooded streets and roadways,” said Mayor Bourque.
Sand and sandbags are available at the following locations:
• Broussard City Hall – 406 E. Madison St. (behind dumpsters at E. Madison St. and S. Polk St.)
• Deer Meadow Subdivision - corner of Deer Meadow Blvd. and Myette Point
• Broadview Dr. – by the Broussard Community Center
These sandbag stations are self-bagging and are open until the threat of heavy rain has passed. Residents and businesses will need to supply their own shovel and manpower
ST. LANDRY PARISH:
St. Landry Parish Government still has sandbags available to residents in preparation for anticipated weather conditions.
Details are below:
Time: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: Yambilee Building
1939 W. Landry Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
Sandbags will be distributed through the end of the week on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Residents are encouraged to take appropriate precautions to help protect their homes and property.
ST. MARTIN PARISH:
Commencing at 9:00 am on June 16, 2026, the sandbag distribution sites listed below will be activated. Bring a shovel and be prepared to fill your own sandbags. There is a limit of 25 bags per vehicle. Normally, it takes only 6 bags to secure a door.
Sandbags will be available at the following locations:
Ruth Barn – 1035 Ruth Bridge Highway, Breaux Bridge
South Barn – 1011 Capritto 40 Arpent Road, St. Martinville
Paul Angelle Park – 2458 Cecilia Senior High School Road, Breaux Bridge
Clayton Boudreaux Memorial Park – 1028 Catahoula Hwy, St. Martinville
Coteau Holmes Park -1514 Coteau Holmes Hwy, St. Martinville
Stephensville Park -3257 Hwy 70, Stephensville
Sandbags will be available:
Tuesday (06/16/26): 9:00 am until 6:00 pm
Wednesday (06/17/26): 6:00 am until 6:00 pm
Thursday (06/18/26): 6:00 am until 6 pm
Should assistance be needed, contact the Parish’s Office of Emergency Preparedness at (337) 394-2800.
ST. MARY PARISH:
VERMILION PARISH:
Vermilion Parish County Agent/LSU Ag Center
1105 West Port St.
Abbeville, La 70510
337-898-4335
Area 1 Barn
13115 Mack Switch Rd.
Erath, La 70533
337-937-5668
Area 2 Barn
12002 Calvin LeBouef Rd.
Abbeville, La 70510
337-893-6190
Area 3 Barn
29429 Veterans Memorial Dr.
Gueydan, La 70542
337-596-6930
Area 4 Barn
13531 Gladu Rd.
Kaplan, La 70548
337-893-8962
**Vermilion residents must bring their own shovels and fill their own bags**
