PDMA Issues Fog Alerts for KP

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Peshawar: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has issued a dense fog alert following the Meteorological Department’s forecast of moderate to dense foggy conditions in Peshawar and its neighboring areas.
The PDMA’s alert indicates that the dense fog, combined with a cold wave, has affected various parts of the province and is expected to persist in the upcoming days.
The Meteorological Department highlighted that moderate to dense fog is likely to persist in several areas, including Peshawar, Charsadda, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Hari Pur, Kohat, Karak, Lakki Marwat, Bannu, DI Khan, and Tank, as well as along Motorway M-1 and highways. Moreover, cold conditions are anticipated in mountainous regions such as Chitral, Dir, Swat, Malakand, Shangal, Buner, Abbottabad, Battagram, Kohistan, Mansehra, Torghar, Hangu, and other nearby areas.

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The Met Office has cautioned that due to foggy conditions, temperatures could drop by 3 to 5 °C, potentially causing disruptions in flight, railway, highway, and motorway operations. These conditions may also lead to health issues, and a significant temperature drop is expected after the wet spell.
In response to the Met Office’s predictions, the PDMA has issued alerts to all district governments, urging them to take precautionary measures to prevent any untoward incidents. District administrations have been advised to keep travelers informed about weather conditions and ensure the availability of emergency services, staff, and machinery to address any emergencies.
Furthermore, the NH&MP and traffic police have been instructed to issue smog and fog advisories, regulate traffic during peak hours, and redirect traffic in affected areas to prevent congestion.
The PDMA has also recommended that farmers take necessary precautions to protect crops from adverse effects caused by temperature drops.
As a safety measure, the general public has been advised to limit outdoor activities and use face masks when going outside.