Vinh City: Many streets are deserted, shops hang signs for take-out.

After Official Dispatch No. 3660/UBND-VX of the Provincial People's Committee on adding a number of measures to prevent and control the Covid-19 epidemic in Nghe An province, including the request to temporarily suspend non-essential service activities, according to the reporter's records, on the morning of June 8, many shops and restaurants stopped operating to prevent the epidemic, many streets were deserted and quiet. Photo: Quang An

Some shops, although allowed to operate take-out, have decided to "close their doors" and stop operating until they are allowed to reopen. Photo: Quang An

Mr. Tuan, the owner of a restaurant in Vinh City, said: "On the evening of June 7, I instructed the staff to clean up tables, chairs, food... and this morning we officially closed to ensure the safety of my family and the community. Although we lost money, we were all willing to accept it...". Photo: Quang An

Shops and restaurants all put up signs saying they only sell takeout food so customers know and follow. Photo: Quang An

Mr. Lam, an employee at a coffee shop in Vinh City, said: This morning, some customers came to the shop because they did not know the information and intended to drink at the shop. However, we explained and asked for permission to only sell takeout, so they understood and took it seriously. Photo: Quang An

Although takeaway sales will decrease in revenue compared to direct sales, however, most shops are doing quite well. Only a few establishments that violate the law have been reminded and handled by the functional forces of wards and communes. Photo: Quang An

Businesses in Vinh City have signed a commitment to strictly implement epidemic prevention measures, especially selling only takeaway food and not eating directly at the restaurant. In the photo: Le Mao ward authorities sign a commitment with businesses. Photo: Quang An

On June 7, the People's Committee of Nghe An province issued Official Dispatch No. 3660/UBND-VX on adding a number of measures to prevent and control the Covid-19 epidemic in Nghe An province, including requesting the temporary suspension of non-essential services: restaurants, food and beverage establishments, coffee shops, hair salons, hair salons, beauty salons in the following areas: Vinh City, Cua Lo Town, Nghi Loc District, Hung Nguyen District, Nam Dan District (food and beverage business services are sold to take-away customers).

Implementation time from 0:00 on June 8, 2021.