The masses in Punjab were violating the SOPs amid the smog threats that loom over the entire province.

According to details, the people have continued to head to the shopping centers. One of the citizens came up with a "unique" view, saying, "Wearing masks causes carbon dioxide (CO2) to go back into the air.

Earlier, on Sunday, it was reported that Punjab's major cities, including Lahore, Multan, and Faisalabad, are currently battling severe air pollution as the region faces a persistent smog crisis.

The air quality Index (AQI) in Lahore has surged past 600, reaching hazardous levels, with no immediate improvement in sight for the next two days. This toxic air has already started to affect the health of citizens, causing a sharp rise in respiratory issues, including eye irritation and throat infections.

As a result, many residents are reporting increased cases of coughing and breathing difficulties, with hospitals seeing a spike in patients suffering from respiratory conditions.

In Lahore, the air quality has remained critically poor, and experts warn that it could take days for conditions to improve.

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