Chinese scramble for masks, disinfectants as virus spreads

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NSTworld “It happened so suddenly; we didn’t prepare any back-up and existing stock was quickly depleted.” China Coronavirus mask

More people than usual were seen wearing masks on the streets and several stores AFP visited had run out of stock – to the dismay of customers.

“We get some stock every day, but it is not enough to fulfil demand,” said a staff member who did not want to be identified. In Shanghai, supermarket staff continually restocked shelves as shoppers snapped up the available products.

 

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