<p>Downpours and stormy conditions were reported in Mecca on August 19, the first day of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.</p><p>Footage shared by Mecca Region’s Twitter account shows heavy rain hitting tents near Arafat.</p><p>Around two million pilgrims are expected to visit Mecca this year. Credit: Mecca Region via Storyful</p><br />
