Tuesday, 14:07, 24/08/2021

Hanoi roads still crowded despite stricter COVID-19 measures in place

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VOV.VN - The capital of Hanoi has seen many people hitting the road these days, irgnoring the city's decision to implement stricter measures against till September 6.
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Fewer residents travel on roads around the capital following the municipal administration’s decision to extend its social distancing order for another two weeks till September 6.
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Some places still see a large buildup of vehicles, with on-duty officials carefully checking locals’ travel permits and identity cards to control movement and enforce relevant COVID-19 measures.
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Their work at some checkpoints seems easier due to fewer residents hitting the road.
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In contrast in some places, cars form a long queue on Phan Dinh Phung street, causing traffic congestion to build up and difficulties for those stationed at checkpoints.
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Residents can be fined for going out without a valid reason.
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Fewer travellers are seen on several main streets such as Nguyen Thai Hoc, Kim Ma, Cau Giay, and Ngoc Khanh.
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However, on-duty officials are busy at work at a checkpoint on Hang Cot street as both cars and motorbikes cause traffic congestion.
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The number of vehicles hitting the road at around 5 p.m. on August 23 around Chuong Duong bridge which often sees heavy traffic during rush hours on normal days.
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Nguyen Trai road sees the number of vehicles fall by half.
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The extended social distancing period between August 23 and September 6 will help local authorities to detect and separate F0 cases from the community.
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Photos: VTC
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