Dense fog causes Flights suspensions on Sialkot Airport

Flight operation at Sialkot International Airport were partially suspended on Saturday after dense fog engulfed the airport and its surroundings.

On the other hand, spokesman for AirSial, an airline, said that routine flight operation at the airport would resume once fog reduced.

He requested the passengers to receive updates on their flights from the airline before coming to the airport.

Dense fog had engulfed Sialkot and its surrounding areas, reducing visibility to extremely low levels and partially affecting flight operations at Sialkot International Airport.

According to airport spokesperson Muhammad Umair Khan, the intensity of fog increased in the evening, leading to disruptions in flight schedules and operations.

He said a minimum visibility of 500 meters was required for the safe operation of flights at the airport.

“At present, visibility at the airport has dropped to around 100 meters,” the spokesperson said, adding that flight operations would resume according to schedule once weather conditions improved and the fog intensity decreases.

The airport administration remains in contact with all airlines to manage the situation, he said.

Passengers have been advised to contact their respective airlines for latest updates regarding their flights.

Authorities urged the passengers to remain cautious and plan their journeys accordingly until visibility improves.

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