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Singapore Reports Virus Case as China Limits Some Travel
- WHO puts off decision on health emergency until Thursday
- Cities impose curbs after travel from Wuhan restricted
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The outbreak of a SARS-like virus that’s killed at least 17 people appeared in the Asian financial hub of Singapore, as Chinese health officials scrambled to halt its spread.
Travel was halted in Wuhan, China, where the virus was first detected, nearby municipalities restricted the use of transport and public sites, and schools in surrounding Hubei province delayed the opening of spring terms. Chinese stores were stripped of masks and hand sanitizers as fearful customers sought protection.