On August 26, 2025, the road traffic situation across the country recorded many complicated developments. From tragic accidents in Ho Chi Minh City, flooding paralyzing many streets in Hanoi to the response measures of the government to prepare for the National Day holiday on September 2 - all reflect the great pressure that the traffic infrastructure is under. In addition, a number of important infrastructure projects were also started, opening up expectations for improving the traffic system in the near future.
1. Tragic accident: Motorbike taxi driver and woman died on the spot
On the morning of August 26, in Ho Chi Minh City, two serious accidents occurred: a motorbike taxi driver was hit by a truck and died on the spot, and a woman riding a motorbike collided with a car and died shortly afterwards. The police have examined the scene and are investigating to clarify the specific cause.
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2. Hanoi traffic chaos after heavy rain
The impact of storm No. 5 (international name: Kajiki) caused many streets in Hanoi to be deeply flooded on the morning of August 26. A series of vehicles stalled, causing traffic chaos, especially in low-lying areas such as Le Duc Tho Street in front of My Dinh Stadium.
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3. Ho Chi Minh City strengthens traffic congestion handling during the September 2 holiday
The Ho Chi Minh City Press Center announced that the city is implementing urgent measures to handle traffic congestion at bus stations, national highways and airports, in order to facilitate traffic during the peak period before the September 2 National Day holiday.
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4. Project to raise the clearance of Binh Trieu 1 Bridge (National Highway 13) begins
From today, Ho Chi Minh City officially launched the project to raise the clearance of Binh Trieu 1 Bridge, connecting Binh Thanh Ward and Hiep Binh Chanh Ward (Thu Duc City). This is part of the plan to synchronize the clearance of bridges across the Saigon River, serving the development of waterway traffic and the inland port system.
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Advice for traffic participants today
Hanoi: Avoid flooded areas, choose higher routes for safe travel.
Ho Chi Minh City and areas with heavy rain: Reduce speed, turn on lights, keep a safe distance; obey traffic signals and instructions from authorities.
Everyone: Prepare a travel plan early and choose the right means of transport to avoid congestion, especially during the upcoming holidays.
Conclusion
On August 26, 2025, road traffic is facing many notable challenges: from serious accidents in Ho Chi Minh City, deep flooding causing traffic chaos in Hanoi, to Ho Chi Minh City's proactive efforts to reduce congestion and develop infrastructure. Emergency response measures have been and are being deployed, but people's initiative and compliance are still key to ensuring safety and order on the roads.
