What is a consequence of overfilling bags with paper?

When bags filled with paper are overfilled, one significant consequence is that they can burst and spill their contents. Overfilling increases the stress on the seams of the bag as it exceeds its designed capacity. This can lead to structural failure, causing the bag to tear open. A spillage not only creates a mess but can also pose safety hazards for workers and complicates the process of moving or handling the bags further down the line.

Regarding other potential effects, while bags may inherently become harder to lift or increase in weight, it's the risk of bursting that poses an immediate operational and safety concern. Similarly, while an obstruction caused by spillage is a possibility, it is a secondary issue resulting from the burst rather than a direct consequence of overfilling the bags themselves. This highlights why the risk of bursting is the most direct consequence of overfilling bags.