Kroger has issued an update in response to a significant increase in shoppers as a winter storm approaches. Stores across a wide range, from Jackson, Tennessee, to Jackson, Mississippi, have reported being “extremely busy,” with associates working diligently to restock shelves. To ensure their customers have what they need, trucks are continually arriving from Kroger’s distribution center in Memphis.
The company reassured customers that its stores would maintain regular business hours, despite the weather. “Due to the incoming weather, we have delivery trucks positioned ahead of and behind the storm,” a Kroger spokesperson stated. While not every store receives daily deliveries, the company emphasized that a brief closure of the distribution center for safety should not significantly impact operations. Kroger has strategically prioritized shipments to meet the current demand, and once conditions allow, trucks will resume deliveries to replenish supplies.
The announcement comes in light of reports from customers at a Kroger store in Madison, where empty bread shelves were noted as many rushed to stock up before the storm hits. The proactive measures taken by Kroger reflect the company’s commitment to customer service and the safety of its associates, who are working hard to ensure availability during this busy period ahead of the storm.