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Hanoi swelters amid scorching summer heat wave

Wednesday, 11:58, 27/07/2022

VOV.VN - The majority of the country’s northern provinces, including Hanoi, have recently been hit by a major hot spell, with temperatures on road surfaces hovering at 60 degrees Celsius at noon.

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According to details given by the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF), the latest heat wave sees daytime temperatures rise to as high as 37 degrees Celsius, with this hot period forecast to last until July 28.
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Temperatures on the surface of Pham Hung road in Cau Giay district reaches 60 degrees Celsius at 1:15 p.m. on July 26.
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The blazing sun coupled with the searing heat on roads around the capital makes the air even more oppressive at around midday.
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A motorbike driver wears a mask and dons long clothing while struggling against the harsh heat of the sun and the sweltering conditions.
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Midday temperatures can sometimes rise as high as 40 degrees Celsius, causing workers to feel exhausted, with some finding cool places in which to take a nap after a few hours of hard work.
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A street vendor makes use of mini fan to help cool down.
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Xe Om drivers take a well-earned rest amid the heat wave.
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Workers must choose suitable clothing and accessories as they struggle to resist the impact of the scorching sun. They are also required to drink as much fresh water as possible in order to avoid dehydration.
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Workers seek shade to keep themselves cool.
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Some stores on Tran Duy Hung street cover motorbikes with raincoats to protect them from the scorching sun.
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The current heat wave is scheduled to linger in north regions until July 28 before temperatures eventually cool from July 29.