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Paris Olympics at Risk Due to Unsafe Elevated E. coli Levels in Seine River

Jun 14, 2024, 11:07 PM

As Paris prepares for the upcoming Olympics, concerns have arisen regarding the water quality of the Seine River. Test results published on Friday revealed unsafe elevated levels of E. coli in the river, less than two months before swimming competitions are scheduled to take place. The presence of E. coli poses significant health risks and raises questions about the readiness of the venue for the Olympic events. The unsafe levels were confirmed yesterday, adding urgency to the situation.