Wal-Mart Becomes Truck Stop for Drivers
ATLANTA - A Wal-Mart in Douglas County has become a haven for tractor-trailer drivers trying to cope with the icy road conditions.
The Wal-Mart located at Interstate 20 and Thoton Road found its parking lot home to dozens of truckers.
Even though Interstate 20 is open at that location, the truckers parked there oveight as the icy roads made driving hazardous. It was a good chance for them to catch up on some sleep.
Wal-Mart has allowed the drivers to use the rest rooms and to buy food.
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