Hanoi streets deserted in record temperature

Temperature in Hanoi has surpassed 40 degree C for several days since June 2. During the weekends, most of the streets were deserted as people choose to stay indoor to avoid the scorching heat.

The walking streets near Hoan Kiem lake were deserted on Sunday (June 4). (Source: VNA)

The temperature in Hanoi reached 41.5 degree C on June 4, the highest over the past 40 years. (Source: VNA)

Most people chose to stay indoor to avoid the heat. (Source: VNA)

Those who could not avoid going out covered themselves from head to toe. (Source: VNA)

The Kim Ma - Nguyen Chi Thanh intercross at 9:00 am. (Source: VNA)

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