The Murree Police has declared a travel advisory after a large number of tourists made trips to Murree during the summer holidays.
Due to this the driving conditions have been hampered by the monsoon rainfall and thick fog in the area.
The reason for the advisory is the nice weather and the current vacation season, which has led to a huge surge in visitors to Murree, the advisory said.
The district administration and traffic police have been put on alert for the smooth running of traffic and safety measures.
The police officers and traffic police have been deployed at major roads, entry points and key intersections of the city to help the tourists and to manage traffic in the city, said District Police Officer (DPO) Murree.
The purpose of the deployment is to help reduce traffic and direct visitors during the peak travel time.
The DPO said that the monsoon rains and fog have lowered the visibility at a number of places and vehicles have been forced to drive more slowly.
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Extra care has been requested by drivers especially on roads where visibility is limited.
Despite the bad condition of the weather conditions, all roads are open except the RMK Road, which is being carpeted.
Tourists are allowed to enter the hill station, but must be aware of the hazards posed by weather conditions, authorities said.
Police have appealed to motorists to adhere to traffic rules and obey the instructions of traffic officers.
Motorists also have been advised to slow down in wet and foggy conditions, to keep a distance from other vehicles, and not to exceed the speed limit in foggy areas.
The advisory also advises against parking on the side of the road unless it is necessary, as it can lead to traffic congestion and safety risks.
Visitors have also been urged to slow down and drive safely, and be patient in their travel. These are just some of the steps that can be taken to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit to Murree.
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