Dozens have died during the annual hajj pilgrimage to Mecca due to extreme heat, with temperatures exceeding 113 degrees Fahrenheit. Countries like Jordan, Tunisia, India, Russia, Senegal, and Egypt reported pilgrim deaths due to exposure to the scorching sun and extreme temperatures. Despite official media reports of a "successful" hajj season with no health threats, the high temperatures have caused concerns for the safety of the over 1.8 million pilgrims who traveled to Mecca. The Saudi authorities have implemented cooling measures but have not commented on the reported deaths.