Scorching heat attacked Hanoi on May 16, with temperature likely to surge to 39-40 degrees Celsius in the midst of the scorching heat wave, and Hanoi’s residents must struggle with blazing hot temperatures.The blazing hot temperatures in Hanoi city, as well as Vietnam’s northwest and central region may last until May 20, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF).
The NCHMF said that Foehn wind, caused by impact of the southeastern edge of the western hot low-pressure area, is developing and causing hot weather across the northern region, with temperatures ranging from 36 to 39 degrees Celsius, and even 40 in some places, on May 17-19.
Meanwhile, the blazing hot temperatures of the Northwest and mountainous areas in the Central region may rise up to 39-42 degree Celsius, the NCHMF predicted.
People are warned of preventing probable fire in residential areas as well as wildfire and recommended to avoid outdoor activities from 11:00am to 4:00pm, drink enough water and take proper diet to enhance the immune system.
The NCHMF said that Foehn wind, caused by impact of the southeastern edge of the western hot low-pressure area, is developing and causing hot weather across the northern region, with temperatures ranging from 36 to 39 degrees Celsius, and even 40 in some places, on May 17-19.
Meanwhile, the blazing hot temperatures of the Northwest and mountainous areas in the Central region may rise up to 39-42 degree Celsius, the NCHMF predicted.
People are warned of preventing probable fire in residential areas as well as wildfire and recommended to avoid outdoor activities from 11:00am to 4:00pm, drink enough water and take proper diet to enhance the immune system.
From May 17 to 19, the heat wave scorches Hanoi since early morning, with the highest temperature of 37-39 degrees Celsius
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Due to the scorching heat, many workers have to seek shelter and drink a lot of water
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Female workers still brace themselves in the harsh sunshine and wear sunscreen shirt to keep working
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People on the road must find a shady grove to stand when waiting for traffic light
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Everyone wears sunscreen shirt to cope with the blazing hot temperatures in Hanoi city
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Worker’s moments of short break to avoid the scorching heat
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Many people choose walking stairs to shelter from the stifling heat
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Workers earn their living under the blazing sun
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On May 18 and 19, the heat wave still scorches Hanoi widespread, with the expected highest temperature of 37-39 degrees Celsius, and even 40 in some places
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