Supermarkets working 'tirelessly' to restock essentials after panic-buyers clear shelves

KROGER: In stores, Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. said it’s cleaning commonly used areas more often, including cashier and self-checkout stations, credit card terminals, conveyor belts and foodservice counters. The retailer also is cleaning shelves when restocking products; sanitizing restrooms more frequently (and restocking with soap, paper towels and hand sanitizer); adding extra hand sanitizer at cashier stations, foodservice counters and all pharmacy, The Little Clinic and Starbucks locations; wiping down shopping carts, baskets and equipment; and adhering to best practices for safe food handling.