VOV.VN - A cold air mass has moved closer to Vietnam’s northern border and will begin affecting the northern region on February 2 evening, bringing rain and cold temperatures, according to the National Centre for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting.

VOV.VN - A sudden cold spell which is considered a weather phenomenon, particularly as such cold temperatures have rarely been seen in May over the past 40 years, forced many citizens of Hanoi to wear an extra layer of clothing on May 16.

The Vietnamese Consulate General in Texas and Vietnamese representative offices in the US are keeping a close watch on the record cold temperatures in Texas, have appointed staff on-duty around the clock, and are coordinating with host authorities to conduct necessary citizen protection measures.