Earning a living in the scorching sun
(VOV) - Many workers in Hanoi are struggling hard to earn a living although outside temperatures rise to more than 40 degrees Celsius.
The capital city of Hanoi has just experienced its hottest summer over the past 30 years, with outside temperatures sometimes reaching a high of 44-45 degrees Celsius during daytime.
While everybody wants to stay indoors to avoid sunstroke, many people have to work in the scorching sun to make ends meet.
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| Despite sultry weather, urban and environment company workers work in the sun |
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| They only need conical hats, masks and gloves to protect themselves from intense sunlight |
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| Garbage collectors even work in a more hazardous environment |
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| A female worker’s face goes red after working hours in the sun |
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| Women work hard as porters and motorcyclists at Hom market |
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| A scrap collector seeks shelter to avoid sunstroke |
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| A porter at Long Bien wholesale market with sweaty shirt |
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| These builders endure harsh weather from a height |