College Recommendations and Coronavirus

Now that schools are closed because of quarantine, I am debating whether to email my teachers to ask for letters of recommendation. Everyone says ask in person but I feel that if I ask in September, the recommendation will not be as strong. Should I email my teachers? I am class of 2021 btw.

The physical building is closed. School is still very much in session. You should send an email asking about their process regarding recommendation letters.