Cork Supermarket Closed Twice: Rodent Issues Cause Disruptions
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SuperValu Hollyhill in Cork City Faced Two Closures in September Due to Pest Control Issues
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A SuperValu store in Hollyhill, Cork City, experienced two temporary closures in September 2024 due to pest control concerns, prompting action from teh Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI).
What Happened?
Singleton’s SuperValu, located in Hollyhill on the northside of Cork City, was closed twice in September 2024 following the finding of pest activity. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) deemed the situation a “grave and immediate threat to public health,” leading to enforcement orders. The FSAI published details of these closure orders on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
Timeline of Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| September 4, 2024 | SuperValu Hollyhill initially closed for “essential maintenance works.” |
| September 6, 2024 | Store reopened after initial maintenance, attributed to a pest control issue. |
| September (date unspecified) | Second closure order issued by the FSAI due to continued pest activity. |
| October 8, 2024 | FSAI publishes details of the closure orders. |
Musgrave’s Response
initially, a spokesperson for Musgrave, the owner of the SuperValu franchise, stated the first closure on September 4th was to allow for “essential maintenance works.” When pressed for details, the spokesperson confirmed the closure was related to a “pest control issue.” They stated that immediate action was taken, including engaging external contractors, and the store fully reopened on September 6th, continuing to trade normally.
When asked for comment regarding the second closure order, Musgrave declined to provide a statement. Following the publication of the FSAI’s closure order details, Musgrave was again contacted for comment but did not respond as of october 14, 2024.
The FSAI’s Findings
The enforcement documents published by the FSAI on their website detail the findings that led to the closure orders. The FSAI identified evidence of pest activity at the store, deeming it a risk to public health.The specific nature of the pest activity has not been publicly disclosed.