Dense Fog Alert: Major Motorways Closed Across Punjab

Dense fog has gripped large parts of Punjab, forcing the National Highways & Motorway Police (NHMP) to suspend traffic on several major motorways. Visibility has dropped to near zero in multiple regions, creating extremely dangerous driving conditions. Authorities have issued a strict travel advisory, urging commuters to delay journeys and confirm motorway status before departure.

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Motorway Status Overview (Live Update)

Motorway	Route	Status	Reason
M-1	Peshawar – Islamabad	Open (Caution)	Patchy Fog
M-2	Lahore – Islamabad	Partially Closed	Lahore to Kot Momin
M-3	Lahore – Abdul Hakeem	Closed	Zero Visibility
M-4	Pindi Bhattian – Multan	Closed	Dense Fog
M-5	Multan – Sukkur	Closed	Severe Fog
M-11	Lahore – Sialkot	Closed	Dense Fog

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Detailed Road Closures Across Punjab

The current fog spell has severely affected central and southern Punjab, leading to widespread closures.

M-2 (Lahore–Islamabad): The Lahore to Kot Momin section is closed, while traffic is being diverted to GT Road with slow movement.
M-3 and M-4: Complete suspension of traffic to prevent chain collisions and low-visibility accidents.
M-5 (Multan–Sukkur): Entry has been blocked due to extremely poor visibility in Rahim Yar Khan and surrounding areas.
M-11 (Lahore–Sialkot): Closed due to persistent dense fog in Gujranwala and Narowal regions.

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Best Time to Travel During Fog

NHMP advises avoiding travel during peak fog hours.

Unsafe Hours: 11:00 PM to 9:00 AM.
Recommended Travel Window: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Reopening Pattern: Roads may reopen by midday depending on sunlight and weather conditions.

Safety Guidelines for Motorists

Drivers who must travel are advised to strictly follow safety instructions.

Use front and rear fog lights where available.
Drive well below the posted speed limit.
Avoid using hazard lights while the vehicle is in motion.
Maintain lane discipline and keep a safe distance from other vehicles.

Helpline and Official Updates

Service	Details
NHMP Helpline	130
Mobile App	NHMP Humsafar
Update Source	National Highways & Motorway Police

Travelers are advised to rely only on official NHMP updates.
Motorway Police patrols are active at major interchanges for assistance.

Conclusion

With the cold wave intensifying, dense fog is expected to continue over the next few days. The closure of major motorways including M-2, M-3, M-4, M-5, and M-11 is a preventive measure to protect lives. Commuters are strongly advised to reschedule travel to daylight hours and cooperate fully with Motorway Police instructions until conditions improve.