US couple succumbs to heat stroke during Hajj, daughter reveals shocking details

A US couple was among the 1,300 people who lost their lives during the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. They were identified residents of Bowie, Maryland. Before succumbing to heat stroke, Alhaji Alieu Dausy Wurie, 71, and Haja Isatu Wurie, 65, both “walked for over two hours” in scorching temperatures, according



to their daughter.

The temperature during this year's Hajj, which saw the participation of 1.8 million, pilgrims has surpassed 122F (50C).

Saida Wurie said that her parents' tour operator had not delivered on several of its promises, such as enough food and beverages.