More than 1.5 million pilgrims brave fierce Mecca heat ahead of Hajj
Summary
More than 1.5 million pilgrims arrived in Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage, facing temperatures near 47°C (117°F). Saudi Arabia has increased shaded areas at the Holy Mosques to help people stay cooler after extreme heat caused many deaths in 2024.Key Facts
- The Hajj pilgrimage runs from May 24 to May 29.
- Temperatures in Mecca reached nearly 47°C during this period.
- More than 1.5 million pilgrims took part in the Hajj.
- Pilgrims used umbrellas and drank water to cope with the heat.
- Saudi Arabia increased shaded areas around the Holy Mosques by five times since 2024.
- In 2024, extreme heat caused the deaths of over 1,300 people during Hajj.
- The expansion of shade aims to reduce heat-related health risks for pilgrims.
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