There’s no food shortage, no need to panic buy says Clark County Commission
Are people freaking out and overspending on groceries for no reason?
Long lines at grocery stores and empty shelves. Coronavirus fears have shoppers cleaning up shop across the valley.
Despite the empty shelves, the grocery business is picking up to meet demands. But county officials are saying to stop the panic buying.
“If everybody will just stop and take a breath. Get the basics, make a plan,” said Marilyn Kirkpatrick with Clark County Commission.
Grocery stores across the valley are working overtime to restock overnight. But the next morning, long lines await doors to open.
Clark County Commission Chairwoman Marilyn Kirkpatrick alerting the public that they are working hard to collaborate with warehouse distribution companies. Shelves are being stocked so everyone can get what they need.
“We have many people within our community who are on a fixed income or they don’t have the ability to stock up,” Kirkpatrick said.
County officials gathered Sunday to say there’s no shortage of food. It’s just a matter of dealing with demand.
That’s food, now toilet paper? That’s another issue.
