Masks made compulsory in Singapore

Everyone in Singapore must now wear a mask when they go outside after a sharp jump in coronavirus cases over the past two days.

Anyone found without a mask will be fined 300 Singapore dollars ($212), while repeat offenders could be prosecuted in court and face higher fines, the Health Ministry said in a statement late on Tuesday. It said exemptions would be made for children under two years old or those with special needs.

Singapore how has 3,252 after reporting 386 new cases on Monday, and 334 on Tuesday. The government distributes masks free to all residents.

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