Nordstrom closes stores for coronavirus pandemic

Published March 17, 2020 1:58pm ET



Retail giant Nordstrom announced Monday night that it will temporarily close its stores due to the spread of the coronavirus.

“The health and safety of our customers and employees remain our top priority as we continue to make decisions during this rapidly evolving situation. We’re taking decisive actions across the business to help protect employees, customers and others in the communities we serve,” said CEO Erik Nordstrom in prepared remarks in the closing announcement.

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