In photos: Hanoians struggle to cope with 40C heat

VOV.VN - Hanoi residents have seen some of the hottest days on record of recent, with temperatures reaching 40C today (June 2). 

People have taken to drastic measures to beat the heat and sun exposure. Pictured a young couple walks around Hoan Kiem lake wearing long sleeve clothing to protect from the sun.

The temperature on June 2 reaches 41C between 3-4pm.

Workers carry umbrellas on their lunch breaks.

Motorbikes stop under the shade of roadside trees at red lights.

Head-to-toe clothing prevents from sun overexposure.





Motorbike taxi drivers huddle for lunch under the shade of trees.


Foreigners stick to more traditional summer clothing and water bottles to keep cool.

This foreign mother enjoys the fountain at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc.

Ice cream is popular today.


Restaurant staff cover customers with umbrellas.


Lunch by the lake ... a way to reduce the summer heat.


Drinking plenty of water is indispensable when out in the searing heat.


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