JUPITER, Fla. — Walgreens said they had to temporarily close a distribution center near Jupiter overnight for cleaning after some of their employees tested positive for the coronavirus.
The company said out of an abundance of caution, they took action and temporarily closed the distribution center Tuesday night for cleaning and expect to reopen later Wednesday.
Walgreens spokeswoman Alexandra Brown said when the company is notified of a confirmed or presumed positive COVID-19 case, they "take actions meeting or exceeding recommendations from the CDC, OSHA, public health officials and other credible sources while following federal, state and local health advisories."
Brown did not specify how many employees at the distribution center, located at 15998 Walgreens Dr., tested positive for the virus.
Last week, a Walgreens employee, who works at a store near Loxahatchee Groves,had a confirmed case of the coronavirus.
Walgreens released the following statement:
Walgreens champions the health and wellbeing of every community in America and is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members and customers. We have instituted extensive safety measures for our team members in our distribution centers including enhanced cleaning regimens, daily health checks, social distancing protocols, hygiene guidance and providing face covers. Walgreens was recently notified that certain team members who work in our Jupiter, FL distribution center have confirmed cases of COVID-19. These individuals have not been in the facility for more than a week. Out of an abundance of caution, on Tuesday, April 21 we temporarily closed the distribution center for cleaning. When notified of a confirmed or presumed positive COVID-19 case, we take necessary actions meeting or exceeding recommendations from the CDC, OSHA, public health officials and other credible sources while following federal, state and local health advisories. Our clinical and safety teams work closely with our field leadership team to respond accordingly and notify those who may be at risk in order to self-quarantine or self-monitor their health. We are actively reviewing our policies and procedures as guidelines evolve, and will continue to adjust our safety protocols accordingly to promote the safety and wellbeing of our team members and customers.
