Two O.C. Wawa Employees Test Positive for COVID-19

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Signs alert Wawa patrons at the 34th Street location that the store is temporarily closed. (Photo credit Facebook forum OCNJ Chatter)

By MADDY VITALE Memos hung in the windows at the front of the Wawa at 110 34th Street in Ocean City direct customers to turn around and head to an alternate Wawa after two employees tested positive for COVID-19, forcing a temporary shutdown of the convenience store. In one of several memos dated Monday, April 20, Wawa officials explained that two employees who had worked at the location informed management that they had tested positive for the coronavirus. “In accordance with our stringent protocols we took immediate action,” the memo reads. Later in the memo, it states, “As always, the health and safety of our customers and associates is our top priority.” Another message advises patrons to visit the other Wawa in Ocean City at 1250 West Ave. or the Wawa in Marmora since it is unclear when the store on 34th Street will reopen. “Dear customers, we have temporarily closed this store and hope to reopen it soon,” it reads. No one from Wawa’s corporate headquarters could be reached for comment Wednesday prior to publication time. However, patrons who have concerns are asked in one of the memos to contact their local health department. People may also call Wawa’s customer service number at 800-444-9292 for questions.