Barely 24 hours before the start of this year’s Hajj, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced the arrival of more than 1.5 million pilgrims from across the globe.
According to the Saudi Press Agency, the General Directorate of Passports reported that 1,547,295 pilgrims had entered the country via air, land, and sea ports by the end of Monday, June 10.
However, a major challenge for this year’s Hajj season is the significant rise in temperatures. Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali, the official spokesman for Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health, has issued a warning about the heat and advised pilgrims to follow health guidelines to mitigate heat-related risks.
These guidelines include carrying umbrellas to avoid direct sun exposure, staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water, and taking rest periods between rituals to reduce fatigue and heat stress.
Dr. Al-Abdulaali emphasized that these measures are crucial for ensuring the safety and health of pilgrims during the Hajj rituals.
He added that the ministry is making extensive efforts to provide a healthy and safe environment for all pilgrims amid the harsh climatic conditions.
