Because of forecasted storms, the city of Phoenix now has free sand available for residents to use in sandbags at select city parks.

Sandbags can be helpful in damming or diverting floodwater from monsoon thunderstorms. The sand at these locations is available at no charge, but the city does not provide bags or shovels; residents will need to bring their own. Sand will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last.

Large roll-off bins filled with sand can now be found at the following locations,

• District 1: Paseo Highlands Park — 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Road
• District 2: Paradise Valley Park — 17642 N. 40th St.
• District 3: Moon Valley Park — 502 W. Coral Gables Drive
• District 4: Encanto Park Sports Complex — 2121 N. 15th Ave.
• District 5: El Oso Park — 3451 N. 75th Ave.
• District 6: Pecos Park — 17010 S. 48th St.
• District 7: Trailside Point Park — 7215 W. Vineyard Road
• District 8: Aguila Park — 7858 S. 35th Ave.
• District 8: Esteban Park — 3345 E. Roeser Road

Editor’s note: The above was republished from a city of Phoenix news release.