Hajj begins in extreme heat as millions gather in Mecca | DW News

Millions of Muslims are gathering in Mecca for Hajj - but they are facing intense heat as temperatures rise. A new study warns that climate change could make the pilgrimage more dangerous in the future. So what does that mean for one of the world’s largest religious gatherings? And how can pilgrims be protected? We speak to one of the researchers behind the findings. Chapters: 0:00 Pilgrims face extreme heat at Hajj 0:42 Why millions take part in Hajj 1:25 Heat safety measures in Saudi Arabia 2:11 Climate expert Fahad Saeed explains 3:50 Hajj becoming more dangerous 4:39 How can pilgrims be protected? 6:42 Climate action beyond the Muslim world #hajj #pilgrimage #mekkah #heat #climatechange #dwcurrentaffairs For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1