Makkah witnessed extraordinary weather on [insert date], as heavy rain accompanied by strong lightning lit up the skies over Masjid al-Haram. Videos and images circulating on social media showed bolts of lightning striking near the Grand Mosque’s minarets, creating a breathtaking yet tense atmosphere for thousands of worshippers gathered for prayers.
According to local reports, the rainfall was part of a wider storm system affecting western Saudi Arabia, with the country’s civil defense urging residents and visitors to take precautions during unstable weather conditions. Despite the intensity of the storm, authorities confirmed that safety protocols at the Grand Mosque were effective, and no casualties were reported.
Many pilgrims described the moment as both awe-inspiring and fearful, as the thunderous sounds echoed around Islam’s holiest site. Saudi authorities continue to monitor the weather closely, ensuring that the flow of pilgrims and worshippers remains safe and uninterrupted.
