RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is prioritising pilgrims’ safety for the yearly Hajj, which is scheduled to start on June 4, despite the fact that temperatures are predicted to climb. In order to lessen the severity of the desert weather, which is expected to reach highs of 40 to 45 degrees Celsius, the authorities have implemented a number of strategies, such as expanding cooling systems and utilising artificial intelligence.
“The rising temperatures throughout the years are one of the major challenges that we face,” stated Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah. This is a matter that we prioritise highly. Five instances of heat exhaustion among pilgrims completing Hajj rites despite increasing temperatures at the holy sites were reported by the Saudi Ministry of Health on Friday. “All individuals affected have received immediate medical attention and are currently in (a) stable condition,” according to a statement provided to Arab News.
As part of the Kingdom’s larger commitment to ensuring pilgrims’ health and safety, health personnel are still on high alert and will act quickly in similar situations. The ministry advised pilgrims to drink plenty of water, keep out of the heat, and abide by official health regulations, which include utilising walkways with shade, wearing protective clothing, and getting aid as soon as they feel tired. To reaffirm the message, multilingual awareness initiatives have been started. The Ministry of Health has also started an advanced robotic surgery program at King Abdullah Medical City in Makkah, which is a big step towards better healthcare services for pilgrims.
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