E. Coli Levels in Seine River Raise Concerns Ahead of Paris Olympics

Water tests reveal unsafe contamination less than two months before scheduled swimming events, prompting scrutiny from sports governing bodies.

Test results from early June show E. coli levels exceeding safe limits for athletes.
Persistent heavy rain in Paris contributed to the contamination.
The International Olympic Committee remains confident events will proceed as planned.
A newly inaugurated reservoir aims to mitigate future contamination during heavy rainfall.
Final safety approvals will be determined by World Aquatics and World Triathlon.