Severe fog has caused major disruptions on national highways and motorways across the country. Authorities have closed multiple key routes to ensure public safety.
The National Highways & Motorway Police (NHMP) reported that visibility dropped to dangerously low levels overnight. As a result, both passenger and commercial transport have been affected, leading to long delays and uncertainty for travelers.
Motorway Travel Update: Closed Routes
According to NHMP, the current status of major routes is as follows:
- M-1: Sawabi to Peshawar — closed
- M-2: Thokar Niaz Baig to Chakri — closed
- M-3: Faisalabad to Samundari — closed
- M-4: Pindi Bhattian to Faisalabad; Sher Shah to Shamo Kot — closed
- M-5: Sher Shah to Rohri — closed
- M-11: Lahore to Sumbariyal — closed
- M-14: Thatta Klaran to Isa Khel — closed
The NHMP has advised travelers to delay non-essential travel. Drivers are urged to use alternative routes only if necessary and stay updated through official channels, including NHMP’s Twitter handle @NHMPofficial or the toll-free helpline 130.
Safety Precautions
Authorities reminded motorists to remain cautious in low-visibility conditions. Drivers should reduce speed, maintain safe distances, and use fog lights correctly. Sudden braking should be avoided to prevent accidents.
The fog has also impacted commercial transport, causing delays for trucks, buses, and deliveries. Supply chains and daily commuters have been affected. Similar fog conditions have disrupted ferry services in neighboring Bangladesh, highlighting the intensity of the weather in the region.
Officials said the fog is expected to clear gradually, though no specific timeline has been shared. Citizens are advised to monitor updates and follow guidance from NHMP to stay safe.
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This Motorway Travel Update will be revised as conditions improve. Travelers are urged to prioritize safety and patience until visibility returns to normal.
