Blasts Create Panic Across Walton Road
LAHORE: A wave of fear gripped Walton Road and nearby areas as three blasts went off in quick succession. The powerful explosions shook the entire neighborhood.
The powerful blasts reverberated through the streets, causing windows to rattle and buildings to tremble. In an instant, panic spread among the residents, with many rushing out of their homes in sheer fright. People could be seen running in different directions, unsure of what was happening. While some sought shelter in nearby open areas, trying to escape the shockwave of the blasts.
Lahore Police confirmed that the Three Blasts on Walton Road happened one right after the other, with barely any time for people to react. The blasts were so loud and powerful that the sound spread over a wide area, sparking panic among those nearby. Within moments, people rushed into the streets, confused and scared. They were unsure of whether to flee or stay, caught in a state of complete shock.
Emergency Teams Rush to the Scene
As soon as the Three Blasts on Walton Road occurred, emergency teams, including Rescue and Fire services, arrived at the scene. Police quickly secured the area, blocking off access to ensure safety. Officials have confirmed that investigations are underway to determine the cause of the blasts. The Three Blasts on Walton Road took place near Gulberg, a well-known and high-profile area of Lahore, causing widespread concern among residents.
Airspace Closed After Blasts
The area has been completely sealed off, allowing only authorized personnel access as bomb disposal and intelligence teams start their investigation. Meanwhile, in response to increased regional tensions. Several major air routes in Lahore and Sialkot were temporarily suspended for commercial flights earlier this morning, as confirmed by airport authorities.
The closures of air routes, which started early Thursday morning, are expected to last until noon today. A new Notice to Airmen (Notam) has confirmed that the airspace over Lahore and Sialkot will stay closed until Thursday afternoon. The Notam also stated that several flight paths in both cities have been temporarily suspended.
After the Three Blasts on Walton Road, many parents were seen rushing to pick up their children from nearby schools, worried about their safety. Public transport in the area slowed down, and several roads were blocked, making it difficult for people to move around. Local shopkeepers closed their businesses early, and the usually busy Walton Road became quiet as fear hung in the air.
Several PIA flights got disrupted after the airspace was closed. A flight traveling from Medina was rerouted to Karachi, bypassing Lahore due to the ongoing airspace restrictions.
Another flight from Multan faced the same issue and couldn’t reach Lahore on time. As a result, it was also rerouted to Karachi.
These changes were made to handle operational delays safely.
