Deaths during 2024 Hajj Pilgrimage in Mecca

Over 550 Muslims have died during the 2024 hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, mainly due to heat-related illnesses. The extreme temperatures in Mecca have led to over 2,000 pilgrims being treated for heat stress. The large number of deaths and missing pilgrims have raised concerns about the safety and conditions during the pilgrimage.

Deaths During Muslim Pilgrimage to Mecca Due to Extreme Heat

Hundreds of visitors have died during the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca due to extreme heat, with at least 550 reported deaths this year. Rising global temperatures are posing a danger to pilgrims, with many succumbing to heat-related illnesses.