Tag: dehydration
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Over 1,000 Dead in Extreme Heatwave During Hajj Pilgrimage in Mecca
In a tragic turn of events during this year’s Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, over 1,000 participants have succumbed to the extreme temperatures, which have soared above 52°C (125.6°F). The annual pilgrimage, a sacred duty for Muslims who are physically and financially able, has been marred by the scorching heat, affecting the health and safety of…
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Over 60 Migrants Perish from Hunger and Dehydration in Mediterranean Boat Tragedy
At least 60 migrants have perished from hunger and dehydration while attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea from Libya. An inflatable boat carrying them was left adrift when the engine failed three days into the journey. A French charity spotted the vessel, rescuing 25 survivors, including a baby and her mother, who later died. The…
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Gaza Water Crisis Worsens Amid Blockade and Infrastructure Failures
The water crisis in Gaza has reached a critical level, with over 2 million residents facing severe shortages. The situation has been exacerbated by recent conflicts and blockades, limiting the supply of essentials including water, food, fuel, and medicine. The majority of Gaza’s freshwater is unfit for human consumption, forcing reliance on private water tankers…