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Uncovered manholes in Hanoi pose dangers

The cast iron covers of many manholes and drains in Hanoi’s Gia Lam District have been stolen, turning them into dangerous traps for passers-by.

The cast iron covers of many manholes and drains in Hanoi’s Gia Lam District have been stolen, turning them into dangerous traps for passers-by.

The problem has been happening for a long time.

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Nguyen Thi Hang from Da Ton District said when travelling on Ly Thanh Tong Street, she feels worried due to the uncovered manholes, particularly in low light.

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Local residents have to use tables, chairs and tree branches to create obstacles so that pedestrians can avoid accidents from the manholes.


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Being uncovered, rubbish often flows into the manholes when it is rainy.

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The manholes with a depth of nearly two metres on Ly Thanh Tong Street.

Source: dtinews.vn, Tien Phong
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