Cold Weather in Sindh, Smog Continues to Grip Punjab

News Desk 

Karachi/Multan: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (Met Office) on Saturday forecast dry weather for most districts of Sindh over the next 24 hours, with cold conditions expected in the mornings and at night.

According to the department, dry weather is likely to prevail across the province.

Meanwhile, South Punjab continued to experience dense smog, disrupting daily life and reducing visibility across several districts. Multan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Muzaffargarh, Alipur, Rajanpur, Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan, and adjoining areas are expected to remain under smog for the coming days.

Met Office spokesperson Abdul Razzaq reported that smog intensity had increased, with Bahawalpur recording the lowest visibility at just 350 meters. No rainfall is expected, while partial clouds and smog are set to dominate the atmosphere.

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Environmental experts reported that Rahim Yar Khan recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 290, while Lahore stood at 262, ranking it the world’s third most polluted city today. In response, the Punjab government has issued alerts to relevant departments to improve air quality.

Residents and travelers faced difficulties due to the dense smog, with hospitals such as Nishtar and Civil Hospital noting a surge in patients suffering from cough, flu, fever, and respiratory issues. Health experts warned that polluted air poses serious risks, especially for asthma patients.

Family physician Dr. Abdul Samie advised citizens to avoid unnecessary outdoor activity, ensure children follow safety measures while going to school, use masks, avoid open-air food, and refrain from consuming uncovered items. 

He also recommended drinking clean or boiled water and juices and urged anyone experiencing fever, flu, eye irritation, or breathing difficulties to contact a doctor or nearest hospital immediately.