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Rain In Concord: Where To Get Sandbags This Winter

Know where to get sandbags as the wet winter season arrives in the East Bay.

CONCORD, CA — Winter is officially here and rainy weather is in the forecast for Concord.

If you need to bolster your property, residents can take up to 25 sandbags thanks to the city at 1455 Gasoline Alley, 24/7.

Sandbags may also be purchased at these stores.

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Sandbags should be filled halfway, with the top folded down, according to the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes. Lay the sandbag to rest on the folded top and limit stacking to three layers unless a building is propping the stack up, according to the alliance.

Get more sandbag tips online from the alliance.

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