Cold spell and rain cause severe traffic congestion in Hanoi
VOV.VN - The bitterly cold weather and rain has made traffic congestion in Hanoi and the northern region even worse, especially at peak hours.
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Due to the impact of the cold air, temperatures in the northern region of the country and in the capital, Hanoi have dropped to below 10 Celsius degrees in some places causing disorder for commuters. |
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| Cold weather in Hanoi worsens traffic jams, especially during peak hours. |
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| On the evening of December 12, almost all the main streets in the capital city were completely gridlocked. |
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| A queue of vehicles is at a standstill in the cold weather and rain. |
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| The traffic congestion usually lasts from 4:30pm to 8pm. |
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| People wrap themselves up to cope with the chilly weather and downpour. |
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| The unfavorable weather affects children and the elderly the most. |
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| Students congregate while they wait for their parents. |
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Labourers huddle up next to a fire on the sidewalk to try and get warmer. |
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| Struggling to stay warm and dry at the bus station. |
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| Despite the arctic conditions, many workers still have to earn their livings on the streets. |
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