Tips From Firefighters: How To Properly Fill And Place Sandbags

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – Filling a sandbag seems like a no-brainer, but firefighters tell us there is a science to it.
Here are some tips firefighters gave CBS13:
First, fold the top of the sandbag down and then fill the bag half-way, to three-quarters of the way.
You want to be sure to leave some room so you can tie it off and ensure the bags won’t break.
Next: Use a pyramid stacking system instead of just one bag directly on top of another, which doesn’t provide a strong enough b