Don’t Freak Out About Wuhan‑Virus Spots
City officials hit the refresh button on rumors
The Singapore government just dropped a fat article on its Facebook page (Feb 1) to make it crystal clear: No one needs to steer clear of places that the Wuhan coronavirus has apparently “stayed” in. That’s the official stance, and the wording is short, sweet and straight to the point.
Why the fuss starts and why it’s not worth it
- Transient contact—think a quick chat across the street or a brief stop at a coffee shop—carries a low risk of catching the virus.
- No real community spread has been spotted yet by the Ministry of Health, so the spread that worries us all isn’t happening in our neighborhood right now.
- The rumor‑tracking has been done and the rumor‑filling has stopped.
A second, equally reassuring message from the Neo‑Obligatory Environmental Agency
NEA, which is the warden of cleanliness in Singapore, posted a similar note to the same effect. The agency made sure residents and storefront owners know that the city’s sanitation squad is on the case, making sure that every hotel, hawker centre and food outlet gets the green‑light for proper cleaning.
Why you don’t need a bat‑powered scanner on your phone.
NEA said, “You can relax—no need to hunker down from the places you frequent. We’re on the job, so you don’t have to question the biosafety of the space.”
And for those of you who like to gossip a bit, the advice: Don’t spread or speculate on rumours that don’t have evidence backing them.
The right place for updates? The government’s own safe zone.
When you get a sudden urge to check what’s happening, just head over to the Ministry of Health’s website or tap the official Gov.sg portal. These are the places where the latest and most credible information will land.
We’re all good, folks—keep calm, stay informed, and let the city continue doing what it does best: keep Singapore sparkling and safe.
