Published on, Sept. 22 -- September 22, 2025 4:52 AM

Flooding has caused significant damage to Motorway M5, with 13 locations already affected and 4 to 5 more points at risk, according to sources from the National Highway Authority (NHA).

Officials informed APP that the motorway remains closed to all traffic due to the ongoing flood situation. Travelers from Multan to Sukkur are advised to use alternative routes. Traffic is currently being diverted to the National Highway via Shah Shams Interchange.

In a major development, another section of the M5 near Jalalpur Peerwala was swept away by floodwaters on Saturday, further disrupting regional connectivity. A crack in the eastern side of the motorway allowed floodwaters to breach the road...