Summary Allama Iqbal Airport was shut down as dense fog blanketed Lahore on Friday night.
LAHORE (Dunya News) - Dense fog Thursday continued to blanket different cities of Punjab including Lahore, Gujranwala and affected schedule of several international and domestic flights.
The thick fog badly disrupted the schedule of national and private airlines after which the Allama Iqbal Airport had been closed. All departing flights were delayed and the incoming flights were diverted to other airports.
Fog has also affected road traffic as the visibility level lowered. Motorway from Lahore to Pindi Bhatian has been closed for all kind of traffic due to low visibility. The Motorway Police have advised the drivers to drive at a low speed and keep the fog lights on.
According to Met Office, the foggy spell is likely to continue for the next few days.
