Deadly Heatwave Claims Over 550 Lives During Hajj Pilgrimage

A deadly heatwave exacerbated by climate change claimed the lives of over 550 Hajj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia. Independent climate scientists revealed that the extreme temperatures were significantly warmer due to human-induced climate change. The incident underscores the urgent need for immediate actions to curb fossil fuel emissions and protect public health.

Amid a relentless heatwave exacerbated by climate change, over 550 Hajj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia have succumbed to soaring temperatures, according to a rapid analysis by independent climate scientists.

The deadly heatwave, which saw temperatures soar to 51.8 degrees Celsius in Mecca, underscores the urgent need for immediate action to curb fossil fuel emissions and safeguard public health, particularly in densely populated religious areas.

ClimaMeter researchers linked the severity of the heatwave directly to anthropogenic climate change, with minimal contributions from natural variability. The incident highlights the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, calling for global action to limit greenhouse gas emissions.

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