Fish markets in Masan, South Korea are facing a double blow of dwindling supply and increasing wholesale prices, according to reports from Yonhap News Agency. Vendors express concerns that already slow business due to high summer temperatures is being further impacted by reduced profits. The current difficulties in seafood supply are exacerbating the financial strain on market sellers. Rising water temperatures are also a growing concern, potentially impacting fish stocks and further disrupting supply chains. This situation poses a threat to the livelihoods of those dependent on the Masan fish market. The combined pressures of supply shortages, price increases, and heat are creating a challenging environment for the local seafood industry.