Doomed West Marine will close 59 stores in 23 states — including 5 in California

West Marine is closing 59 stores across 23 states, which includes five locations in California. While these closures are extensive, company executives have insisted that the chain is not going out of business completely. The company continues to operate despite the reduction of its physical retail footprint. This move has raised questions regarding specific store closures in various states, including Alabama, as the organization manages its current business strategy and overall operational stability moving forward.