COVID-19: Da Nang residents rush to markets to hoard food
VOV.VN - Residents of Da Nang flocked to wet markets and supermarkets on July 30 in order to purchase and hoard essential items amid fears surrounding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic in the central city.
An Hai Dong market located in Son Tra district is packed with people rushing to buy goods in the morning. According to local traders, many of the residents purchase excessive amounts of items despite a public announcement regarding daily necessities being sold as usual
Through loudspeakers, the market management board hit back at false rumors spreading about business suspensions after a social distancing order is put in place in Da Nang due to a fresh COVID-19 outbreak there
The back gate of Con market in Hai Chau district seems crowded early in the morning
Local traders remind shoppers to thoroughly wash their hands with sanitiser before going out to work in the market
Products such as pork and beef are quickly sold out at a number of stalls throughout the market.
A view of the area selling fresh seafood
Dried foods are also among items selling well these days.
A staff member of the market management board informs buyers about the abundance of supplies in the market in order to calm local residents
Local traders show their determination to fight against COVID-19 during the social distancing period
The fruit and vegetables stall operates normally
A sign notifying customers of COVID-19 preventive measures is put up at the entrance of the market
Other ceramic kiosks have been required to close their doors in line with regulations
According to the Da Nang Department of Industry and Trade, goods prices at supermarkets such as Co.op Mart, LotteMart, and Mega Market, remain stable
