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Hanoians flock to the streets after social distancing

Hanoi’s streets have become crowded after the city removed travel restrictions from 6 am on September 21.

Hanoi’s streets have become crowded after the city removed travel restrictions from 6 am on September 21.

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Thousands of people flock to Nguyen Trai Street


Vice-chairman of Hanoi People's Committee Chu Xuan Dung said the social distancing period in Hanoi had ended and Hanoi would continue easing restrictions on businesses and various activities.

"Hanoi will not divide major red, yellow and green zones and travel permits inside the city will be scrapped. There won't be any new administrative procedures for individuals, businesses and organisations," he said.

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Small congestion occurred in early morning


At 6.30 am, thousands of people flocked to Nguyen Trai, one of the main streets leading to the city centre, causing minor congestion. Nguyen Xien Street also saw similar scenes and congestion occurred on Lang Street at 8 am. Police were sent out early to regulate traffic.

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Nguyen Xien Street


According to the Hanoi Department of Health, 19 districts and towns reported no new community cases from September 6 to 15.

During the fourth Covid-19 wave from July 29 to September 20, Hanoi reported 3,925 cases including 1,598 community cases and 2,327 cases in quarantine centres.

Source: dtinews.vn
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