Wuhan's 'wet markets' struggle after virus lockdown
Authored By Aditi Gautam
Published: Apr 15, 2020, 20:12 IST | Updated: Apr 15, 2020, 20:12 IST
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Reopening drew criticism
The reopening of wet markets has drawn criticism from around the world as the death toll from the pandemic continues to mount.
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Fighting for survival
Shutdown during the lengthy quarantine sealed off Wuhan until April 8. The city's markets are now fighting for survival as customers have not been rushing back.
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One market remains closed
The Huanan Seafood Market, which sold a range of exotic wildlife, is suspected to be the cradle of the virus that jumped from animals to humans.
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Unaffordable rent
Vendors at Wuhan's markets say unaffordable rents and the lingering effects of the citywide shutdown are more immediate concerns than the threat of contagion.
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Low foot traffic
Low foot traffic at the market, which has locked all but one entrance and only allows customers in after a temperature check, remains vendors' main concern.
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