In Vietnam's largest cities, outdoor workers lose 2.4 hours of work per day due to extreme heat: study (opens original article in a new tab)

Outdoor workers in Vietnam's largest cities lose significant work hours due to extreme heat, with limited social protection and adaptation measures.

• Outdoor workers in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City lose 2.4 hours of work daily during heatwaves
• Street vendors lose 2.9 hours on average due to extreme heat
• 41% of outdoor workers received no assistance during heatwaves
• Study recommends public cooling centers and heat protection policies