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BROWNSVILLE -- The H-E-B on Boca Chica Blvd. in Brownsville says they’re having trouble keeping their shelves stocked because the recent reports of swine flu have sparked concern for many across the Valley.

With more than 150 reported deaths across the border, people here are worried.

Kayla Espinoza says, "I don’t want to get sick and I didn’t even go to school."

Araceli Salinas is also concerned saying, “I am getting prepared. I’ve bought some surgical masks, I’ve bought some antibacterial soap and I keep on telling my children to wash their hands."

Because of this growing concern, H-E-B Director Greg Woods as well  as other H-E-B stores across the Valley are staying prepared.

But with the growing concern, it’s leaving shelf after shelf at the Brownsville H-E-B empty.
           
“Everything from hand sanitizers, to air disinfectants, to bleach are practically gone”, says Woods “in the last couple of days, we’re seeing that movement more than quadruple. "

But by far the biggest jump has been on flu vaccines.

“Were definitely seeing an increase in the flu vaccine.  Luckily we have good supply when it comes to flu vaccines and we are also working with the CDC and state and federal officials to make sure we don’t run out."

Eventhougth this sudden illness has brought big business, Woods says on the other hand pork sales have dropped.

Woods believes it's probably due to nervousness of what exactly is causing the swine flu.

Woods tells Action 4 News the empty shelves are only temporary with shipments coming in everyday to restock them.