Hundreds of people performing circumambulation in Masjid al-Haram had a hard time due to the storm and torrential rain. In the images spread on social media, it was seen that heavy plastic barriers were flying and hitting people due to the strong wind.
Videos online on Tuesday showed pilgrims who were doing the tawaf – circling the Kaaba – getting soaked and slipping on the floor as heavy rains thrashed and carried objects around.
FLOOD WATER FULFILLS THE STREETS OF MECCA
On the other hand, the side streets of Mecca surrendered to the flood waters.
According to the news in Gulf News, in the city of Jeddah, power poles were knocked down due to strong winds and downpours.