December 20, 2020
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ (MERCER)–Sources told MidJersey.News that an Amazon Warehouse, PNE5 that is a Sort Center at 18 Applegate Drive was closed for an increase of asymptomatic COVID-19 cases. Passing by the warehouse this evening it appears that security has been posted at both entrances and the warehouse has a minimal crew on location compared to normal. The warehouse will be closed out an abundance of cation until December 26 sources said.
Sort Centers take individual packages from fulfillment centers and route them to individual post offices to speed up the process of delivery. Sort Centers reportedly make Sunday delivery possible by USPS and speed shipments during the rest of the week.
MidJersey.News has reached out to Amazon’s Global Corporate Affairs Office and awaiting information and comment. Check back for further information once we receive official information the story will be updated.
The New York Post , Reuters and CNBC have already reported on the subject.