Margate to distribute free sandbags ahead of Hurricane Dorian

MARGATE, Fla. – In preparation for Hurricane Dorian's flooding, city officials plan to distribute free sandbags on Friday to help Margate residents. 

According to Alison Saffold, a spokeswoman for the city, the distribution is limited to 10 sandbags per residence and residents must show an identification or a bill as proof.

The distribution starts at 8 a.m. at the Margate Sports Complex at 1695 Banks Road. For more information, call 954-935-5300.

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