Several sections of the Punjab motorways M2, M4, M5, and M11 have been closed due to dense fog, according to the Motorway Police.
The Motorway Police said that the Motorway M2 from Kot Momin to Pindi Bhatian, the Motorway M4 from Sor Kot to Faisalabad, the Motorway M5 from Uch Sharif to Zahir Pir, and Motorway M11 from Lahore to Sialkot have been closed for all kinds of traffic to ensure public safety.
The duration of fog on the national highways has increased with the cold weather, reducing visibility to less than 20 meters in some areas.
The Motorway Police advised the road users to prefer to travel during the maximum hours of the day when the fog is less likely to occur.
They also urged the drivers to use fog lights, keep a safe distance from other vehicles, and follow the traffic rules.
The Motorway Police spokesman Syed Imran Ahmad said that the motorway had to be closed to ensure the safety of motorists.
He advised people to avoid traveling unnecessarily and if it was really necessary, travel during the daytime.
The spokesman also counseled people to drive at a slow pace, turn their fog lights on, and keep their distance while traveling.
He said that before starting their journey, motorists could dial helpline number 130 for information.
“Apart from that, they can also get information by logging on to the National Highways and Motorway Police’s official social media account.
Reporter: Tayyab Saif