Hanoi is reeling from the 41-degree Celsius heat.

An exceptionally intense heatwave blanketed the capital, with many areas recording outdoor temperatures as high as 41 degrees Celsius.

Over the past two days, Hanoi has experienced intense heat, making it difficult for outdoor workers such as factory workers, motorbike taxi drivers, and delivery drivers to cope.

According to a reporter from the Industry and Trade Newspaper, at 4 PM on May 25th, the temperature in Hanoi reached 41 degrees Celsius.

The streets of Hanoi are even more crowded and stuffy in the sweltering heat of the early summer days.

The heat was rising intensely from the asphalt surface.

Many streets in Hanoi, such as Nguyen Trai, Pham Van Dong, Giai Phong, and the Ring Road 3, are covered in intense sunlight.

According to the National Center for Meteorological and Hydrological Forecasting, the heatwave in Hanoi is entering its most intense phase with temperatures commonly reaching 39-41 degrees Celsius, and even higher in some areas.

Notably, the actual outdoor temperature in urban areas can be 2-4 degrees Celsius higher due to the heat absorption effect of concrete, asphalt, and construction.

Everyone is looking for the best way to protect themselves from the sun.

Not only are temperatures rising, but the low humidity combined with the urban heat island effect makes the stuffiness even more pronounced. Just standing outside for a few minutes is enough to soak your shirt with sweat.

The area around Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square was quieter in the sweltering heat.

According to meteorological experts, this heatwave could last until around May 27-28 before gradually subsiding.

This is also considered one of the most intense heatwaves since the beginning of this summer in the Northern region of Vietnam.

On the streets, in areas without shade, the scorching sun blankets the road surface, and the constant heat radiating from the asphalt makes the air stifling and oppressive.

Mr. Dam, a ride-hailing driver in Hanoi, shared: "At noon, the road feels like it's being scorched. Sometimes, sitting in the car, I can feel the heat radiating from the road surface burning my legs."

Experts advise that people and outdoor workers should drink enough water, protect their bodies, and limit working for too long in intense heat to avoid the risk of heatstroke and heat exhaustion.

Source: https://congthuong.vn/ha-noi-quay-cuong-trong-cai-nong-41-do-458172.html