However, many streets are still obstructed by fallen trees, leading to significant traffic congestion.

Reports from the scene indicate that on Phan Dinh Phung Street, while some fallen trees have been removed, branches and stumps remain, causing ongoing traffic delays. 

At the intersection of Phan Dinh Phung and Phung Hung Streets in Hoan Kiem District, a large tree has fallen across the road, forcing vehicles to use the sidewalk.

Further along Phung Hung Street, near the Phung Hung mural area, another fallen tree has blocked traffic, with motorists having to navigate through a narrow gap. 

Similarly, on Hang Cot Street, another large tree is obstructing the road, prompting authorities to place signs to prevent traffic congestion.

On Nguyen Trai Street, a major artery linking Thanh Oai and Ha Dong districts with central Hanoi, cleanup efforts have largely cleared the road. 

However, some areas near number 129 Nguyen Trai still have tree parts protruding onto the roadway, requiring vehicles to maneuver around them.

Traffic on Nguyen Khuyen Street in Van Quan, Ha Dong District, remains congested due to fallen tree trunks occupying one lane. 

The same issue persists on Phuc La Street in Ha Dong, causing long traffic delays in both directions.

By 7:00am on September 8, the Hanoi Disaster Prevention and Rescue Command reported damage from the storm, including seven damaged motorbikes and 54 cars. Over 14,600 trees were uprooted or felled, with many of the fallen trees located in the inner city districts.

Thang Long Avenue, a key highway connecting Thach That District with central Hanoi, has also been affected, with numerous trees fallen across the road. Motorists are advised to drive cautiously and follow traffic management instructions as cleanup continues.

Currently, the authorities are addressing the aftermath, clearing trees, and managing traffic flow on several sections of Thang Long Avenue to ensure safety for commuters.

The collector lanes of Thang Long Avenue are experiencing extended traffic jams. This highway allows a maximum speed of up to 100 km/h. Therefore, the traffic police advise drivers traveling on Thang Long Avenue towards the inner city and suburbs to remain highly attentive, maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead, and comply with the directions of traffic signs and authorities.

Dinh Hieu - Tien Dung