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