Walmart To Begin Operating One-Way Aisles In Burke

BURKE, VA — In an effort to increase social distancing during the new coronavirus pandemic, the Walmart store in Burke and all other locations will star using one-way aisles starting Thursday, April 23.

"There will be floor decals in place to help indicate the direct traffic flow. You will find green ‘Shop This Way’ decals indicating the entrances of each aisle," Walmart said in a Facebook post Tuesday. "You will find red ‘Do Not Shop This Way’ decals to tell opposing traffic not to enter the aisle."

Walmart announced in a news release April 3 it would implement one-way movement through the stores, in order to "promote health, safety and consistency for our associates and customers in this environment."

Walmart has also instituted other safety changes to combat the spread of the coronavirus, including installing plexiglass barriers at checkout lanes, limiting the number of customers allowed in the store, taking employees’ temperatures, and requiring all employees to wear face masks.

The Walmart at 6000 Burke Commons Road in Burke is open daily from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Seniors 60 and older can shop one hour before opening on Tuesdays (6 a.m. to 7 p.m.)

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