Saudi Arabia shuts pilgrims out of air-conditioned areas as over 1000 die in extreme heat

Saudi Arabian officials shut illegal pilgrims out of air conditioned rest areas in Mecca during extreme heat that killed more than 1,000 people on #Hajj. More than half of the deaths were among unregistered worshippers who had not bought costly permits for the annual pilgrimage, which all Muslims with the means are encouraged to complete at least once. #extremeweather #news Read more: