Jelutong market closed after four traders test positive for Covid-19

By LIEW JIA XIAN

GEORGE TOWN: The Jelutong market here has been shuttered after four traders tested positive for Covid-19.

Penang Island City Council Mayor Datuk Yew Tung Seang (pic) said on Monday (May 17) the closure is in effect until further notice.

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Penang , Jelutong Market , Closure , Covid-19 , Penang Island City Council , Mayor , Yew Tung Seang

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