Web desk: Lahore has once again been ranked the world’s most polluted city, as thick smog and dense fog continue to blanket much of Punjab.
Lahore AQI
An international air quality monitoring website reported that Lahore recorded a hazardous 327 AQI.
Karachi followed with 282 AQI, while provincial data showed Kasur had the worst air in Punjab at 348 AQI.
Gujranwala recorded 341 AQI, and Sheikhupura 278 AQI.
The numbers highlight the dangerous air conditions across the region.
Officials warned that the poor air quality poses serious health risks.
Particularly for children, the elderly, and people with respiratory problems.
Residents have been advised to stay indoors when possible and wear face masks if going outside.
Hazards
Health officials have warned that long exposure to polluted air is dangerous. Children, the elderly, and people with respiratory or heart problems are at the highest risk.
Residents are advised to stay indoors and wear masks when going outside.
Dense fog has made the smog problem worse and disrupted travel on many roads.
A major section of the M-5 Motorway, from Multan’s Shershah Interchange to Zahir Pir, was closed.
Parts of the M-1 from Peshawar to Burhan were also shut due to low visibility.
A Motorway Police spokesperson said visibility on these routes had fallen to unsafe levels, forcing authorities to halt traffic as a precaution.
Motorists were advised to use fog lights, maintain safe distances, and avoid unnecessary travel.
Officials noted that the safest travel times in foggy conditions are between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Authorities emphasised that the closures are temporary and urged the public to follow safety guidelines until conditions improve.
