Hours extended at sandbag pickup locations

Photo courtesy Marion County

Marion County, in partnership with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management and the city of Ocala, have announced the extended opening of locations for sandbags due to the continued threat of potential severe weather and flooding. These locations will remain open until 6 p.m. tonight:

• Martel Recycling Center — 296 SW 67th Ave.
• Belleview Sportsplex — 6501 SE 107th Street
• ED Croskey Recreation Center — 1510 NW 4th Street
• Jervey Gantt — 2200 SE 36th Ave.

The sandbag locations are self-serve, with assistance as needed, and are limited to 10 bags per resident.

Residents are encouraged to keep the sandbags intact throughout hurricane season.

Marion County Emergency Management officials also encourage residents to sign up for Alert Marion to receive the most up-to-date information and warnings on severe storms, tornadoes, and other life-endangering events, via text message, email or phone call. Sign up at alertmarion.com