Sandbags won't prevent flooding caused by hurricanes and other disasters, but they can help. This is how they're used.

Sandbags can be extremely useful in helping to keep floodwaters out of your home or business. But make sure you use them ...

Sandbags are usually made of one of these materials, the Lewis County Emergency Management agency in Washington says. Burlap: It's the most common fabric. Untreated burlap sacks can be found at ...

Most sandbags are made of burlap, heavy cloth or polypropylene. They're designed to let moisture in so that the bag conforms to the bags under and around it, forming a seal. There are also flood ...