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Written by: Liang Huanmin
2020-01-27 18:44
Last updated: 2020-01-27 18:44The pneumonia epidemic in Wuhan is raging and continues to spread in many places. As of 24:00 on January 26, China has accumulated more than 2,744 confirmed cases and 80 deaths so far. A total of 8 cases have been diagnosed in Hong Kong. To protect themselves, many people are looking for masks and different types of disinfection equipment.
The reporter visited many shopping malls in the center of Shatian. Only two of the pharmacies in the area had masks priced at over RMB 100 per box. When the disinfection supplies such as hand rubs were sold out, the citizens switched to Panyu, which was purchased by fewer people on weekdays. Some pharmacy staff couldn't help asking customers for explanations. "I've never seen anyone buy anything."
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Affected by the epidemic, the supply of masks and hand rubs in various areas near the port of Japan was in short supply. The reporter visited a number of shopping malls near Shatin New City Plaza, including Shatin Centre, Shatian Plaza, Good Luck Centre, Hilton Centre and Weihua Centre. Half of the pharmacies have not yet opened due to the Lunar New Year holidays. The remaining pharmacies only have two masks on sale, one of which is 200 yuan for boxed masks and 120 yuan for plastic bags in bulk. These masks have no price tag, and customers need to check with the staff.
The pharmacy staff said with a smile, "Two boxes of New Year gift boxes were bought on the first day, and the masks were always asked." Another pharmacy in the Hilton Center, a box of Zhongtong masks cost 120 yuan, When a parent heard about it, they bought three boxes and sighed, "I finally bought it, and I am so good at it!" During the conversation with the reporter, many passers-by asked the parent for the price, and everyone seemed very excited to enter the store and ask.
Some pharmacy staff said that several boxes of "dilu tincture" have been sold soon after opening today, which is rare in recent years. (Photo by Liang Huanmin)
In addition, many pharmacies have posted notices such as "masks, disinfecting potions, disinfecting fire and wine, and selling all supplies". Nevertheless, the public still inquired about other disinfection supplies, including Panyu, a brand of disinfection potions. Some pharmacy staff are also curious to ask customers about the reason for the purchase. They also said that "usually a year, there are many goods sold, and there are already a few people who buy them first." Some chain pharmacy staff said that a few days ago Panyu, a brand of disinfection potions purchased by customers, has now been sold out, but for unknown reasons.
In addition, there are toy shops that also sell children's masks. The price is three yuan for 59 yuan, but the quantity is not large. Since fewer people will notice the related products, no one will ask.
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