MET Forecasts More Dry Days Ahead for Lahore

News Desk 

Lahore: Dry weather continued to prevail across Lahore on Wednesday, with the Meteorological Department forecasting similar conditions for the next 24 hours.

According to MET officials, continental air is dominating most parts of the country, resulting in mainly dry conditions nationwide. However, hilly regions are expected to remain cold during the night and early morning hours.

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The day’s highest temperature was recorded at Sibbi and Chhor, where the mercury reached 38°C, while Lahore experienced a maximum temperature of 32°C.

Govt warns farmers against burning crop residues

Meanwhile, in Multan, the government has intensified its anti-smog campaign, warning farmers against burning leftover rice crop residues.

According to an official notification issued by Deputy Director Agriculture Kot Addu, Mian Akhtar Qureshi, violators will face a fine of Rs15,000 per acre, and FIRs will be registered against those involved in the practice.

He said that the smoke produced by burning crop residues significantly contributes to smog formation, which in turn causes road accidents, respiratory illnesses, and environmental damage.

Qureshi added that Section 144 has been enforced to curb such activities and urged farmers to cooperate with the administration to protect public health and the environment.

He warned that strict legal action would be taken against anyone found violating the ban.