Fog, smog continue to cripple life in parts of country
Flow of road, rail and air traffic remained disrupted due to fog and smog.
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Dense fog and smog continued to cripple life in different parts of the country as flow of road, rail and air traffic remained disrupted.
Traffic on national highways and motorways was badly interrupted. The authorities have directed the drivers to use fog lights and moves in escorted convoys to avoid accidents. Passengers faced a lot of trouble due to suspension of flight schedule and late arrival of trains.
Fog and the smog have particularly affected Punjab. The flight operation at Lahore airport, that remained suspended at night, has been restored after clearing of fog. The situation at airports of other big cities has also normalized.
Some sections of motorway have been opened for traffic, and national highways are also in flow. However, trains are still hours late. The smog has caused respiratory problems and irritated eyes.
On the other hand, Met Office has given the good news that rains will start in Sindh and Balochistan from tonight and Monday, and in Punjab from Tuesday. Winter rains are expected to bring relief from weeks-long smog persisting in much of the country and neighboring India.
