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Walmart further reducing hours, will now close at 8:30 PM.
From 24hr, to 11:00, now 8:30
Workers are staying home
"Over the weekend we adjusted our operating hours to help make it easier for associates to stock and perform enhanced cleaning and sanitizing. We’re pleased with the results we are seeing and will take additional steps beginning Thursday, March 19."
Then they go on to post the additionally restricted hours, adding a "Senior Hour" on Tuesdays @ 6 a.m.
The page froze so I'll have to shut down all browser windows to get the link...
Apparently the initial overnight closures were not "enough". Unfortunately, this is going to cram even more people in the stores per hour. Damn.
It looks like fresh produce, milk, etc. is going to be "out" as something safe to go get unless they can set up large outdoor aisles w/ refrigeration. Double damn. I guess I can try the online grocery (pick up at store), but, is THAT safer? Maybe... At least we are in pretty good shape on non-perishables. Gonna miss my milk & fresh produce tho', if it comes to that. But can't take chances - am helping with care for elderly Mom.
Most other grocery stores locally have been at least as busy as Wally World. The little country grocery nearer us was slightly less so, a few days ago, but I seriously doubt they have the staff and resources to do thorough storewide cleanings each night. Local news says they are getting hammered stock-wise too, by people driving out from the nearest small city, in addition to their regular customers.
Walmart decreasing social distance.