In February 2020, panic buying hit the country after the Government raised the Disease Outbreak Response System Condition (DORSCON) level from Yellow (Enhanced Preparedness) to Orange. Singaporeans were gripped by anxiety and fear that we would soon run out of essential supplies. Long queues formed at supermarkets and shelves were emptied of toilet paper, instant noodles and many other food and household items. The Government had to respond decisively to restore calm and assure Singaporeans that there were ample supplies.