Electricians installed fans at affected stalls on Wednesday, but some hawkers are sceptical the temporary measure will suffice.
Singapore
Electricians installed fans at affected stalls on Wednesday, but some hawkers are sceptical the temporary measure will suffice.
Hawker Melvin Chew pointing at a temporary exhaust fan that was installed at his stall on Jun 24, 2026. (Photo: CNA/Justin Ong)
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