The_King Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 SINGAPORE - Politicians and supermarket chain representatives on Friday (Feb 7) called shoppers to remain calm, saying Singapore has sufficient stocks of essential supplies and food. This was after items began flying off shelves at some supermarkets here when Singapore announced earlier in the day that it will be ramping up its disease outbreak response to the coronavirus situation by a notch to Orange, which is just below the highest level of Red. Many photos and posts circulating on social media showed long queues at supermarkets and empty shelves. Minister for Trade and Industry Chan Chun Sing in a Facebook post gave his assurance that Singapore’s supply lines for essential supplies like rice and instant noodles are intact. “There is no risk of us running a shortage of essential food or household items. We also have our national stockpile for essential items,” said Mr Chan, adding that his ministry is in close contact with retailers here. Other politicians who also encouraged the public not to hoard groceries included labour chief and Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office Ng Chee Meng, and Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh. Under the Disease Outbreak Response System Condition or Dorscon, Orange means the outbreak is deemed to have moderate to high public health impact. The Government’s announcement of moving its disease outbreak response up a level to Orange came even as three more Singaporeans were confirmed to be infected with the coronavirus originating from China’s Wuhan city, and did not have any links to previous cases or travel history to China. Representatives from supermarkets also assured that Singapore has enough stocks of food and groceries, and urged shoppers to exercise restraint. Mr Seah Kian Peng, chief executive of supermarket chain FairPrice, said there was a surge and some panic buying of food and groceries at its physical and online stores, resulting in some shelves to be empty as a result. But he urged people to remain calm as stocks are being replenished. Mr Seah said: “We have stocks and they are being replenished from our warehouse but if everyone starts to buy a lot more than what they need, there will never be enough. Hence I hope we all stay calm and not get into this mode and behaviour." FairPrice has also stepped up the cleaning regime for all its stores, made available hand sanitisers for customers to use in-store, and put in place twice daily temperature screening for all staff. Masks were distributed to staff for their use should they feel unwell. A spokesman for Sheng Siong, another supermarket chain, also called on shoppers to avoid over buying. “Currently, we have sufficient inventory in Singapore for food supplies and toiletries to meet customers’ usual daily needs,” she said “Customers do not need to overpurchase on groceries and necessities. Our sources of supply are well-diversified and we will continue to work closely with our suppliers. Meanwhile, a Singapore Food Agency (SFA) spokesman told The Straits Times that Singapore does not import livestock or raw meat from China. But as there is no evidence that infections of the novel coronavirus are associated with the consumption of food, no restrictions have been imposed on food imports from China, she said. Still, in the event of any food supply disruptions caused by the outbreak, Singapore’s food supply is unlikely to be affected, as Singapore imports its food from more than 170 countries. While fresh food items such as vegetables, fruits and fish are imported from China, the country is not the Republic’s only source, said the SFA spokesman. Such food items also come from other countries, such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, the United States, Australia, and South Africa. “Diversification has always been one of our key strategies to ensure a secure supply of safe food,” said the SFA spokesman. “Our importers are ready to tap on other available sources should there be a disruption of food supply to minimise the overall impact on our food supply.” https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/coronavirus-fairprice-chief-urges-calm-amid-panic-buying-of-groceries-singapores 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted February 7, 2020 Author Share Posted February 7, 2020 So many area all also panic. i think i better stock up as much as i can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meng.huat Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XianGe Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 As usual someone create panic and caused a ripple effect.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestnut Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 I think go ntuc/redmart online to stock better. Cos all the stores sure emptt le Shalala lala la la ~ 🌠 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XianGe Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 14 minutes ago, Chestnut said: I think go ntuc/redmart online to stock better. Cos all the stores sure emptt le Tink jz buy if need... Cos restaurant still open... Stock up if chiu intend to hibernate... Must still remember Monday need work.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamfer Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 Take note of how many in the Q are not wearing masks. Imagine how many people can be infected with such close contact within these clusters. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamfer Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 16 minutes ago, Chestnut said: I think go ntuc/redmart online to stock better. Cos all the stores sure emptt le Ntuc online website down and they put under maintenance ..... too much pple until server overload. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XianGe Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 13 minutes ago, chamfer said: Take note of how many in the Q are not wearing masks. Imagine how many people can be infected with such close contact within these clusters. Very likely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamfer Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 Why the condoms also buy until shelf almost empty. They prepare to stay at home and piak everyday. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 1 hour ago, meng.huat said: I knew this would appear lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 I went to an ulu Giant and got supplies for my family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XianGe Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 9 minutes ago, chamfer said: Why the condoms also buy until shelf almost empty. They prepare to stay at home and piak everyday. Uncle n auntie need release oso 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamfer Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 16 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: I went to an ulu Giant and got supplies for my family. Giant turf city? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, chamfer said: Giant turf city? No. One of those neighborhood type among HDB blocks Edited February 7, 2020 by ManOfTheHour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 Wtf... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socrates469bc Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 just shows that ppl r a kiasi lot and the ministers r not helping by raising alarm so early. what those kumgong ministers shld do now is to assure ppl that the cdc has adequate facilities and manpower to handle and contain any outbreak instead of song song go on tv and talk cock. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XianGe Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 9 hours ago, ManOfTheHour said: Wtf... No bra? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XianGe Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 1 hour ago, socrates469bc said: just shows that ppl r a kiasi lot and the ministers r not helping by raising alarm so early. what those kumgong ministers shld do now is to assure ppl that the cdc has adequate facilities and manpower to handle and contain any outbreak instead of song song go on tv and talk cock. Those who got the news early started it... When sb70 see, they follow... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socrates469bc Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 11 minutes ago, XianGe said: Those who got the news early started it... When sb70 see, they follow... thats the issue. really dont know whether those kumgong ministers know that whatever they say has an impact. until now, i havent seen the health minister or any ministers speak on the ability of cdc to handle any outbreak to assure the public. instead i see them fueling panic. on the other hand, the bolehsia health minister and his deputy r busy readying their cdc and major state hospitals for any outbreak. https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/wuhan-virus-malaysia-public-hospitals-lee-boon-chye-12311350 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satki Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 10 hours ago, chamfer said: Why the condoms also buy until shelf almost empty. They prepare to stay at home and piak everyday. If nor must do raw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XianGe Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 2 minutes ago, socrates469bc said: thats the issue. really dont know whether those kumgong ministers know that whatever they say has an impact. until now, i havent seen the health minister or any ministers speak on the ability of cdc to handle any outbreak to assure the public. instead i see them fueling panic. on the other hand, the bolehsia health minister and his deputy r busy readying their cdc and major state hospitals for any outbreak. https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/wuhan-virus-malaysia-public-hospitals-lee-boon-chye-12311350 Yup... Now those FB post not working... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamfer Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 2 minutes ago, Satki said: If nor must do raw Raw can increase birth rate since sg has low birth rate.... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satki Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 For the pgs and mgs they know what it is like. So they will be prepared this time regardless what the idiots say. Anyone notice the hen shaking hands with the tiongs when they say dont shake hands. Means no one respect these lame 4g. Lol 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satki Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Just now, chamfer said: Raw can increase birth rate since sg has low birth rate.... Ok thanks for your contribution to nation building. One less neh to replace sgerians. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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