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Dense Fog Disrupts Pakistan Travel With Flight Delays and Fresh Motorway Closures

Officials urge daytime travel during persistent low visibility.

Overview

  • Flight operations at Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport were partially affected, with several international delays and one Abu Dhabi-bound cancellation reported.
  • Motorway Police barred vehicle entry on key routes including M2 from Lahore to Kot Momin, M3 from Faizpur to Darkhana, M4 from Pindi Bhattian to Multan, M5 from Multan to Rohri, and M11 from Lahore to Sambrial.
  • Authorities say multiple stretches previously closed to all traffic on M1, M2, M4, M5, and M14 remain shut due to hazardous conditions across several provinces.
  • Visibility on national highways deteriorated sharply, with the Indus Highway between Sehwan and Larkana reported near 15 metres and other corridors experiencing severe reductions.
  • Drivers are advised to travel between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm, use fog lights, reduce speed, keep lane discipline, avoid unnecessary trips, and contact helpline 130 as monitoring teams manage conditions.