The Murree Expressway has been closed to all traffic following heavy snowfall, with authorities blocking the road from Phulgran Toll Plaza to Murree to ensure public safety.

According to the Motorway Police, access has been restricted for general traffic, while local residents and emergency vehicles are being allowed to pass under strict supervision. Officials said snow-clearing operations are underway and traffic will be restored once conditions improve.

The closure comes as thousands of tourists head toward popular winter destinations, including Murree, Galyat, Nathia Gali, and Thandiani, after the season’s first major snowfall. Authorities have urged visitors to avoid unnecessary travel and follow official advisories.

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Meanwhile, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast more snowfall and rain, along with strong winds and thunderstorms, across northern and upper regions. Areas such as Naran, Kaghan, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Mansehra, Galyat, and Neelum Valley are expected to receive additional snowfall, while Islamabad and Lahore may experience rain with thunderstorms.

Officials have warned that icy road conditions could cause further traffic disruptions and increase the risk of landslides in northern areas, including upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan.

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Travelers are advised to stay updated through official channels and avoid traveling to snowbound areas until weather conditions stabilize.