Dense fog shuts Lahore–Sialkot Motorway M-11 for safety

LAHROE: Dense fog forced the closure of the Lahore–Sialkot Motorway M-11 on Sunday morning as visibility dropped to dangerously low levels.

As per the motorway police spokesperson, the temporary shutdown was necessary to safeguard the lives and property of commuters amid worsening weather conditions.

The spokesperson warned that lane violations during heavy fog often result in serious accidents and urged motorists to maintain strict lane discipline.

The spokesperson advised the motorway travellers to schedule journeys during daylight, with officials noting that the safest travel window in foggy conditions generally falls between 10 am and 6 pm.

The spokesperson further instructed drivers to use fog lights at all times, keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead, avoid unnecessary travel and refrain from speeding.

Motorists seeking assistance or guidance were encouraged to contact the Motorway Police helpline at 130 as visibility remained poor across several stretches of the motorway network, the spokesperson said.