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Hoar frost covers Fansipan peak as new cold spell hits northern region

VOV.VN - Hoar frost blanketed the top of Mount Fansipan, the nation’s highest peak in the northern province of Lao Cai, in the early morning of January 3 following a new cold wave.

hoar frost covers fansipan peak as new cold spell hits northern region picture 1 — The early morning of January 3 sees hoar frost form a thin layer of ice covering the cliffs, paths, stone steps, and wooden floors on Fansipan, creating a picturesque scene at the peak.

hoar frost covers fansipan peak as new cold spell hits northern region picture 2 — Handwriting is left on a hoar frost-covered surface on Mount Fansipan on the morning of January 3.

hoar frost covers fansipan peak as new cold spell hits northern region picture 3 — As temperatures begin to rise at midday, the hoar frost slowly begins to melt.

hoar frost covers fansipan peak as new cold spell hits northern region picture 4 — Frost covers snowmen on top the mountain.

hoar frost covers fansipan peak as new cold spell hits northern region picture 5 — This marks the sixth hoar frost observed on Mount Fansipan since the start of the 2023-2024 winter.

hoar frost covers fansipan peak as new cold spell hits northern region picture 6 — The authorities of Lao Cai have warned that the appearance of the frost poses health risks to people, crops, and animals. Local residents are advised to take measures against the weather phenomenon.

hoar frost covers fansipan peak as new cold spell hits northern region picture 7 — In the highlands of Lao Cai, this weather pattern often occurs during winter time, especially in December, January, and February.

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