McDonald’s set to close all seating and play areas TONIGHT over coronavirus fears
MCDONALD'S is set to close all seating and play areas tonight over coronavirus fears.
The company announced Monday that the decision was made "to align with increasing regulations throughout the country."
"Effective at the close of business today, McDonald’s USA company-owned restaurants will close seating areas, including the use of self-service beverage bars and kiosks, and shift our focus to serving customers through Drive-Thru, walk-in take-out and McDelivery," a statement read.
The changes will take effect on Tuesday, March 17.
Customers without access to a Drive-Thru or anyone who is unable to take part in the McDelivery service will be able to have access to the popular fast-food chain.
McDonald's added: "Franchisees are strongly encouraged to adopt similar operations procedures while keeping the needs of their people and communities at the center of their decisions.
"This guidance is supported by franchisee leadership and is expected to be adopted by the majority of franchisees."
Customers with questions regarding the changes are encouraged to call their local McDonald's restaurant.
McDonald's said: "We believe this temporary change is the right decision for our consumers, our communities, and our business and will continue to evaluate our operations as the situation evolves."
According to , as of Monday, there were more than 4,300 confirmed cases in the US, with at least 81 deaths.
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The news comes shortly after US citizens to avoid eating at bars, groups of 10 or more, unnecessary travel, and going to school amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump said: “If everyone makes this change or these critical changes and sacrifices now, we will rally together as one nation and we will defeat the virus and we’re going to have a big celebration all together."
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