Social distancing order leaves HCM City deserted

Monday, 12:45, 31/05/2021

VOV.VN - As the nation’s largest metropolitan area, urban life in Ho Chi Minh City has ground to a halt following local authorities imposing social distancing measures due to a sharp recent rise in novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 1 — The municipal administration applies a range of social distancing measures starting from May 31 as part of efforts to slow the spread of the pandemic among the wider community. Most notably, Go Vap district and Thanh Loc Ward in District 12 is placed into lockdown as part of the COVID-19 fight.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 2 — Streets in Ho Chi Minh City remain quiet on the morning of May 31.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 3 — Thao Cam Vien, Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens, is shut down following the municipal administration’s directive relating to social distancing measures.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 4 — Famous for its bustling atmosphere, Nguyen Binh Khiem street is left deserted in the morning.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 5 — Commercial centres must halt their operations to prevent the further spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 6 — Diamond Department Store announces their temporary closure until further notice.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 7 — Eateries place notices about only running take-away or delivery services.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 8 — Coffee shops on Han Thuyen street in District 1 are only allowed to offer take-away services.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 9 — Frequently packed, Nguyen Huu Canh street is quieter than normal in the early morning.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 10 — A similar sight can be seen on Phan Van Dang street in Thu Duc city.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 11 — On-duty officials move to impose lockdown on a high-rise apartment building on Phan Van Dang street following the detection of a positive COVID-19 case.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 12 — Only a few vehicles can be seen on Mai Chi Tho road.

social distancing order leaves hcm city deserted picture 13 — All drivers must wear face masks on Nguyen Thai Son road in Go Vap district to prevent the further spread of COVID-19.

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