A rare storm, accompanied by strong winds, thunderstorms and heavy rain, passed over Mecca in the evening.
Despite the suddenness of the phenomenon, there were no casualties or damage, causing only minor inconveniences.
Powerful peals of thunder and bright flashes of lightning lit up the sky above the holy city, creating a mesmerizing spectacle that attracted the attention of both locals and pilgrims.
Many captured this natural phenomenon in photos and videos, sharing them on social networks.
The rain began at about 19:00 local time, quickly cooling the air.
In some areas, more than 20 mm of precipitation fell in an hour.
Temporary disruptions in transport did not cause serious difficulties, as services quickly ensured safety on the roads.
On the territory of the Grand Mosque, the rain became a special moment for thousands of pilgrims.
Local forecasters called the storm one of the most intense this year. It was caused by a collision of hot air masses with a cold front brought from the Red Sea.
Authorities emphasized that the early warning system worked flawlessly.
City residents and visitors received timely notifications about the approaching storm, which helped avoid panic.
After the storm, the city quickly returned to its normal rhythm. Public utilities quickly removed the branches and leaves that the wind had scattered across the streets.
The storm also attracted the attention of meteorologists, who noted its unusual intensity for this time of year.
Pilgrims who remained in Mecca shared their impressions of the natural spectacle in interviews with the media.
Many of them called the experience unforgettable and inspiring.
The storm also became a topic of discussion on social networks. Videos of lightning and torrential rain instantly spread across the Internet, collecting millions of views and comments.
Environmentalists noted that such natural phenomena may become more frequent in the region due to climate change.
Despite the suddenness of the phenomenon, there were no casualties or damage, causing only minor inconveniences.
Powerful peals of thunder and bright flashes of lightning lit up the sky above the holy city, creating a mesmerizing spectacle that attracted the attention of both locals and pilgrims.
Many captured this natural phenomenon in photos and videos, sharing them on social networks.
The rain began at about 19:00 local time, quickly cooling the air.
In some areas, more than 20 mm of precipitation fell in an hour.
Temporary disruptions in transport did not cause serious difficulties, as services quickly ensured safety on the roads.
On the territory of the Grand Mosque, the rain became a special moment for thousands of pilgrims.
Local forecasters called the storm one of the most intense this year. It was caused by a collision of hot air masses with a cold front brought from the Red Sea.
Authorities emphasized that the early warning system worked flawlessly.
City residents and visitors received timely notifications about the approaching storm, which helped avoid panic.
After the storm, the city quickly returned to its normal rhythm. Public utilities quickly removed the branches and leaves that the wind had scattered across the streets.
The storm also attracted the attention of meteorologists, who noted its unusual intensity for this time of year.
Pilgrims who remained in Mecca shared their impressions of the natural spectacle in interviews with the media.
Many of them called the experience unforgettable and inspiring.
The storm also became a topic of discussion on social networks. Videos of lightning and torrential rain instantly spread across the Internet, collecting millions of views and comments.
Environmentalists noted that such natural phenomena may become more frequent in the region due to climate change.
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