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Outdoor workers in Hanoi brave extreme heatwave to earn a living

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VOV.VN - As Hanoi is enduring an early-season heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 40°C, many continue to brave the streets to make a living despite the hard weather conditions.
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  Hanoi enters peak heatwave with temperatures nearing 40°C.
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    Many residents bundle up in layers and masks to shield themselves from the scorching sun.
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   Despite the midday heat, workers stay out on the streets to make ends meet
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Nguyen Thi Lan, a resident of Chuong My district, shares that she now tries to finish working before noon to go home and rest.
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Nguyen Thi Minh Hong, a street cleaner of over ten years, begins her day at 5 a.m. and she feels exhausted by noon.
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  The heat reddens her face. “I drank five cups of water in one go and was still thirsty,” she says.
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Le Van Tho, a longtime motorbike taxi driver, says “If I find shade, I rest. But it’s hard to skip work as I still need the income.”
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   At noon, many streets in Hanoi fall quiet under the intense sun.
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A Xe ôm (motorbike driver) seeks shade in an effort to keep himself cool amid the ongoing heat wave.
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Motorbike drivers try to find shade to keep themselves cool.
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   People should wear sun-protective clothing, stay hydrated, and take frequent breaks when working outdoors.
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Northern Vietnam is expected to see heavy rain and thunderstorms until June 2 evening, with up to 150mm of rainfall in some mountainous areas.
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