(WSIL) -- Two southern Illinois malls have temporarily closed amid concerns about COVID-19.
Time Square Mall in Mt. Vernon and University Mall in Carbondale are closed until further notice.
In a statement Wednesday, Mason Asset Management and Namdar Realty Group said the closures were in response to "growing concerns around the COVID-19 global pandemic, and in accordance with the Illinois state mandate."
"We have been closely tracking developments related to COVID-19 and have been following the guidance of authorities, ensuring that above all else, our patrons, merchants, and employees are safe and healthy. The situation has indeed evolved, and in accordance with the state mandate and with our community in mind, we have temporarily closed all Illinois malls until further notice. We sincerely appreciate our diligent team's work in maintaining a safe and clean environment over the last few weeks, and we hope to re-open as soon as possible."
Statement from Mason Asset Management and Namdar Realty Group
According to the Namdar Realty Group , the company has seven malls in Illinois.
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