Walmart responds to increased demand for paper products following port strikes
Walmart issued a statement after the company noticed an increase in demand for toilet paper and paper towels.
According to , Walmart issued a statement to the station to address the increased demand for paper products, such as toilet paper and paper towels, following the port strikes on the East and Gulf Coasts.
When speaking to the outlet's reporters, a company spokesperson said there has been "increased demand in some communities" on those items, "especially in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene."
In the statement to WAFF, Walmart advised consumers to buy on a week-to-week basis "rather than stocking up."
"We prepare for disruptions in our supply chain and maintain additional sources of supply to ensure we have key products available for our customers when and how they want them. We are seeing pockets of increased demand in some communities on items like bath tissue and paper towels – especially in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene. We're keeping a close eye on product availability and are working with our supply chain to ensure customers can find all the items they need. Buying week-to-week rather than stocking up will be helpful to everyone!" the statement to the station reads.
