Starbucks is closing 16 stores due to safety concerns. Let us explain what’s going on …
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00:00Starbucks announced it will be closing 16 stores in the U.S. due to safety concerns.
00:04So, what are the issues and which ones are closing?
00:07Roon can explain in less than 60 seconds.
00:09Starbucks cited racism, lack of access to health care, a growing mental health crisis,
00:14rising use of drugs, and more are some of the challenges that sometimes play out in their stores.
00:19The 16 locations have experienced a high volume of challenging incidents.
00:24But the closures make room for new locations with safer conditions.
00:28The closings will take place in Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, Philadelphia, and Washington,
00:34D.C. Starbucks officials said that the closures are not related to unionization
00:39and ensured employees they would be able to transfer to other locations.
00:43The company said that it will also be providing employees with training in de-escalation,
00:48active shooter situations, mental health, and first aid.
00:51And it's considering closing its restrooms to the public.