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 restaurants, although allowed to operate take-out, have decided to "close their doors and shut their doors", completely stopping business 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 directed the staff to clean up the tables, chairs, food... and this morning, we officially closed to ensure the safety of our family and the community. Although we lost money, we are all willing to accept it...". Photo: Quang An

Shops and restaurants all put up signs saying they only sell take-out 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 take-out, so they understood and seriously implemented it. Photo: Quang An

Although take-away 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 take-out 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 the temporary suspension of non-essential services: restaurants, food and beverage establishments, coffee shops, hair salons, hair washing shops, beauty salons in the following areas: Vinh City, Cua Lo Town, Nghi Loc District, Hung Nguyen District, Nam Dan District (food and beverage services are sold to customers for take-out).

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