{"id":77653,"date":"2024-06-21T00:25:05","date_gmt":"2024-06-21T00:25:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.talkwithrattan.com\/index.php\/2024\/06\/21\/hajj-tragedy-68-indian-muslims-dead-in-mecca-due-to-extreme-heat-68-indians-dead\/"},"modified":"2024-06-21T00:25:05","modified_gmt":"2024-06-21T00:25:05","slug":"hajj-tragedy-68-indian-muslims-dead-in-mecca-due-to-extreme-heat-68-indians-dead","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.talkwithrattan.com\/index.php\/2024\/06\/21\/hajj-tragedy-68-indian-muslims-dead-in-mecca-due-to-extreme-heat-68-indians-dead\/","title":{"rendered":"Hajj Tragedy: 68 Indian Muslims dead in Mecca due to extreme heat – 68 Indians dead"},"content":{"rendered":"
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<\/div>\nNearly 2 million Muslims concluded the haj pilgrimage this week, but extreme heat proved fatal for hundreds. At least 562 people have died, with Egypt registering the highest toll of 307 deaths and 118 missing.<\/caption>\n

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\u200b\u200bHeat-related challenges\u200b<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nTemperatures soared past 51 degrees Celsius (124 Fahrenheit), making it difficult for pilgrims to bear the heat. A Pakistani pilgrim, Wilayet Mustafa, described the harsh conditions as unbearable.<\/caption>\n

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\u200b\u200bClimate Crisis Impact\u200b<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nClimate scientists warn that the haj offers a glimpse of future heat-related challenges due to the climate crisis. Rising temperatures are adding to the severity of the pilgrimage conditions, making certain rituals incredibly dangerous.<\/caption>\n

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\u200b\u200bSaudi Heat Mitigation Efforts\u200b<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nIn 2016, Saudi Arabia implemented a heat strategy, constructing shaded areas, establishing drinking water points every 500 meters, and improving healthcare capacity. However, some pilgrims reported inadequate shelter and water provision.<\/caption>\n

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\u200b\u200bHistorical Context\u200b<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nHeat-related deaths during the haj are not new, with records dating back to the 1400s. Factors such as lack of acclimatization, intense physical exertion, and exposed spaces make pilgrims vulnerable.<\/caption>\n

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\u200b\u200b Future Concerns\u200b<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nThe haj moves back by 10 days annually due to the lunar year. By the 2040s, it will coincide with peak summer in Saudi Arabia, potentially leading to even more fatal conditions.<\/caption>\n

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\u200b\u200bRecommendations for Pilgrims\u200b<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nSaudi health authorities advised pilgrims to stay hydrated and avoid outdoor activities between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Despite these recommendations, challenges in managing the heat persisted.<\/caption>\n

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\u200b\u200b\u200bEffective Cooling Measures\u200b<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nSaudi authorities provided water and sprayed crowds to cool them down. However, scientists noted that spraying water is only effective at temperatures below about 35 C (95 F). At higher temperatures, it may exacerbate risks in humid conditions.<\/caption>\n<\/section>\n
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\"Lessons<\/div>\nChallenges faced by pilgrims and the need for better safety measures in future hajj pilgrimages.<\/caption>\n

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