Hanoi People’s Committee Chairman Nguyen Duc Chung has called on agencies to prepare for a long hot spell as temperatures in Hanoi are forecast to rise to 40 Celsius on June 14.
Hot spell continues in Hanoi
According to the National Centre for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting, the heat wave will cover the northern and central regions with Hanoi and Hoa Binh City's temperature continue to increase by one to two degrees to reach 39 Celsius on June 14. Outdoor temperatures at noon may top 40 Celsius.
With humidity of around 45%, Hanoi will remain hot from 7am to 8pm.
On June 13, Chairman Chung issued an official document on the local government response to the long hot spell. The Department of Health was asked to implement necessary measures to prevent diseases and increase inspections on food hygiene.
The Department of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs must ensure good conditions at children’s homes and elderly care centres and heighten awareness over swimming in dangerous areas. Meanwhile, the Department of Construction is responsible for fresh water supply as well as the green spaces in the city.
Electricity Vietnam was asked to ensure that there should be no power outages during the peak of the hot spell. The chairman also asked Fire Department and the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development to raise people's awareness and make fire prevention plans.