As recorded, from 11 a.m. on May 17, the outdoor temperature in Hanoi reached 37-39 degrees Celsius. As noon approached, the temperature continued to rise, with the asphalt road surface measuring over 50 degrees Celsius.
Therefore, whenever people go out, they try to cover themselves as much as possible, using all means to “cool down.”
Whenever they stop at a red light, drivers try to park their vehicles under the shade of trees to escape the scorching heat.
Despite the oppressive heat, many people still toil to make a living. Those who deliver goods continue to expose themselves to the scorching sun. Essential items for going out in this weather include sunglasses, sun-protective clothing, and masks.
A woman covers herself completely to protect against the heat and sun while traveling.
An environmental worker wears a work jacket with a cooling fan to alleviate the oppressive and stifling heat during these scorching days.
A girl in sun-protective clothing, holding an umbrella, struggles to pull her suitcase along in the sweltering heat.
A woman waiting for the bus takes shelter under a tree to escape the harsh sunlight.
Construction workers toil tirelessly in the hot sun, with sweat pouring down their faces, to make a living despite the outdoor temperature exceeding 40 degrees Celsius.
To earn an income, street vendors must still go out and walk through the sweltering streets despite the oppressive heat.
A man takes a break from the heat by sitting behind an electrical box on the side of the road.
A woman sprays water on the road to cool down the surface and alleviate the oppressive and stifling heat during the peak of the hot season.
According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, today, August 10, the Northern region will continue to experience hot weather. Especially in Nam Son La, Hoa Binh, and the Red River Delta provinces, the heat may be intense, with the highest temperature ranging from 35 to 38 degrees Celsius, and some places exceeding 38 degrees Celsius. The relative humidity is expected to be between 45 and 55%. However, starting August 11, the widespread heat in the North will subside.
The meteorological agency forecasts that from the night of August 10 to August 11, the Northern region will experience widespread rain and thunderstorms,
