Authorities in Pakistan’s smog-hit districts have closed all public parks, zoos, museums, historical places, and playgrounds for ten days as part of the latest measures aimed at protecting people from hazardous air pollution.

Toxic smog has shrouded the city of 14 million people and other parts of Punjab since last month. It has forced the government to close schools and other public places until November 17 and keep government employees at home in 18 of Punjab’s districts,