On the morning of August 27, 2025, road traffic across the country was complicated, in which Hanoi focused on implementing strict traffic diversion to serve the A80 parade rehearsal, while in other localities, tragic accidents occurred. In addition, prolonged flooding on many streets is greatly affecting people's traffic.
1. Tragic accident: Container truck collides with motorbike, one person dies
According to updated information, a serious traffic accident occurred today when a container truck collided with a motorbike, causing the man driving the vehicle to die on the spot. In addition, another collision between a tractor trailer and a motorbike resulted in the death of a mother and child.
Xay Dung Newspaper
2. Hanoi regulates traffic flow for the A80 parade rehearsal
To ensure security, order and avoid congestion during the rehearsal of the parade to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2, Hanoi City Police have banned and restricted traffic on many routes, as planned from 12:00 on August 27 to 2:00 on August 28.
xaydungchinhsach.chinhphu.vn
Dan Viet
Traffic Police Department
news moitruong.net.vn
3. Flooding continues to "rag" this morning in Hanoi
Localized flooding continued into the morning of August 27, causing traffic difficulties in many inner-city areas of Hanoi. Many streets are still seriously flooded, causing many obstacles for traffic participants.
VietNamNet News
Health & Life
4. Weather forecast: Heavy rain and thunderstorms continue throughout the North
According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, the North, including Hanoi, will continue to have moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms in the next 24-48 hours. This unfavorable weather situation further increases the risk of congestion and accidents on flooded roads.
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Hanoi Online
Conclusion
On August 27, 2025, road traffic in many places is under great pressure: tragic accidents need to be handled, while Hanoi enters the peak period of traffic control to serve national events. Combined with flooding and forecasts of continued heavy rain, people need to proactively plan safe travel.
Recommendations for people:
Avoid streets that are divided or closed in Hanoi from 12:00 to dawn the next day.
Limit travel if possible, especially during heavy rain or in flooded areas.
Keep a slow speed and increase distance when traveling by motorbike or car to reduce the risk of accidents, especially in the rain.
