Dollar Tree Oklahoma DC Damaged By Tornado

A Dollar Tree distribution center in Marietta, Ok., was damaged on April 27 as a series of powerful tornadoes struck the Sooner State.

According to the company, none of the 456 associates who work at the 1 million square foot facility were injured. The retailer is supporting local associates through the business recovery process, including temporary work relocation, well-being resources and access to the company’s Associate Relief Fund. Dollar Tree is also partnering with the American Red Cross to help support immediate community needs.

“We are deeply grateful that no one at our facility was injured during the storm, and our thoughts are with the entire community at this time,” said Rick Dreiling, chairman and CEO of Dollar Tree, Inc. “Our people are our highest priority, and we are reaching out to every one of our local associates to check in on their well-being and ensure they are aware of the support in-place for them and the surrounding community as part of our recovery efforts.”

Currently, there are no reports of damage to any Dollar Tree or Family Dollar retail stores in the region. Company officials said the retailer is focused on keeping stores supplied to support the needs of our local customers. Approximately 600 stores were supplied by the Marietta distribution center. 

“We run a high performing distribution network and have activated our other distribution centers to support our stores in the region,” said Mike Kindy, chief supply chain office for Dollar Tree. “We will continue to manage through the near-term challenges associated with this event and are confident in our ability to continue to meet our customers’ expectations and operate our business.”