A winter storm is coming in the USA, and though it’s unlike the Ice Age, not something like that, it’s fearful, and those who will be on the track must be alert and prepared.
The U.S. Sun recently reported that five states may see DoorDash shutting down due to the severe winter storm. These include New York, Tennessee, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Jersey.
If the start of last year in the Western hemisphere was about wildfires, it’s about winter storms this year. This weather occurrence could be part of the polar vortex that the temperature regions are experiencing, and the cold weather that parts of East Asia and Southeast Asia are battling.
According to official documents, this North American winter storm is affecting much of the continent, including Northern Mexico, the southern regions, the northeastern United States, and Canada.
DoorDash isn’t just shutting down, but some big businesses signed up on DoorDash, such as Burger King and Wendy’s couldn’t take the effects of the weather that they needed to shut down.
But here’s the best thing. DoorDash’s newsroom official has outlined the steps that the food delivery app is taking to minimize the ill-effects.
“Weather is unpredictable, and no two bad weather events are alike. Sometimes, it’s a matter of striking the right balance in a given city to make sure that we have enough Dashers available to meet major spikes in customer demand. Other times, it’s a matter of adjusting or suspending operations if the weather is severe and being on the road could be dangerous…” DoorDash told Ridesharing Forum. “… We know how much the DoorDash platform means for the millions of Dashers, consumers, and merchants who use it every single day. That’s why when bad weather strikes, we do everything in our power to keep the platform available for our communities – but only if it’s safe to do so.”
First and foremost, DoorDash has thought ahead and created a Severe Weather Protocol that will provide real-time alerts, pick-up only notifications, and altogether suspending operations. These are to keep not only the businesses, but also the customers safe.
DoorDash has also outlined tips on how people can stay safe during winter storms. Initially, they must practice extra caution.
“As snow builds, it can take longer to reach your destination. Take turns slowly and proceed with caution, even if there’s no visible ice in the road. Use extra caution early in the morning and evening, when black ice is likely to form,” DoorDash stated.
Of course, people should also check their cars, and this doesn’t apply to vehicles used for delivery alone. The similar way you test your car before you go on the roadtrip, implement here.
Lastly, DoorDash is strong in telling you to know your limits. A winter storm is different from a hurricane.
“Everyone has different levels of comfort and experience driving in winter conditions, and the conditions are expected to change quickly throughout the weekend. If you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, stop dashing – there’s nothing worth sacrificing your own safety over,” it said.
Over 200 million people in the United States are predicted to get affected by the winter storm. For more food delivery news and insights, keep browsing this Ridesharing Forum website.