Dense fog in Lahore and adjacent areas have effected air and road traffic.
All flights have been suspended due to foggy conditions in Dubai and Pakistan, the flight schedule of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) disturbed, with four flights diverted to Muscat on Friday.
According to PIA spokesman Danyal Gilani, PIA’s schedule affected due to fog at Lahore, Multan and Karachi airports. He said four flights were diverted to Muscat this morning. He said the flights will revert as visibility improves.
According to reports, road traffic was suspended on Motorway from Lahore to Sheikhupura and Pindi Bhattiya section, and from Pindi Bhattiya to Faisalabad and Gojra after visibility dropped to zero.
Flight operation was also suspended at Allama Iqbal International Airport following dense mist in the airport locality and its adjoining areas.
Also, several areas of the city plunged into darkness after their electric feeders tripped, adding the miseries of the residents.
National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has issued a travel advisory service to inform motorists and general public about fog and diversions on different roads.
The motorway authority has advised people to avoid unnecessary travelling due to zero visibility.
Officials advised that the motorists and commuters should plan their journey in day light instead of night hours.
Fog lights should be used besides reducing speeds and maintain safe distance in unfavourable weather conditions.
