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Panic buying in Sri Lanka: people rush to supermarkets amid curfews, protests and looming economic crisis

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This clip, which was filmed today (April 2), shows long queues at a supermarket in Colombo, Sri Lanka. People rushed to buy food and other items amid new curfews, violent protests, and a looming economic crisis.

Today (April 2), the Sri Lankan government announced a 36-hour curfew following violent demonstrations. Thousands took to the street against food and fuel shortages. A state of emergency has been declared.

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