Most pilgrims remain inside their camps in Arafat until 4 p.m.
Saudi Gazette report
ARAFAT — Most pilgrims remained inside their camps in Arafat until 4 p.m., in line with the directives of the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. This precautionary measure is intended to ensure their safety during the peak hours of the day when temperatures are high. The directive helped bringing down the huge crowd of pilgrims around the Namira Mosque under sweltering sun while offering the Arafat sermon and performing Dhuhr and Asr prayers.
The ministry also stressed the importance of adhering to the approved grouping plans and following designated transportation schedules. It underscored the necessity of strictly using official means of transportation, such as buses and the Mashaer Metro Train while prohibiting walking between sites, as this poses risks to pilgrims' safety and disrupts the orderly flow of traffic.
These directives are part of the ministry's ongoing efforts to enhance the safety and comfort of pilgrims and to ensure a smooth and organized Hajj experience.
The Ministry of Health monitored a number of heat stress cases among pilgrims on the Day of Arafah. In response, the ministry strongly emphasized the critical importance of avoiding direct exposure to the sun until 4 p.m. to safeguard pilgrims' health.
The ministry urged pilgrims to use umbrellas, increase their water intake, and adhere to group planning. It underscored the continuous efforts of medical teams to monitor and treat cases, all as part of the health sector's comprehensive endeavors for a safe and healthy Hajj.
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