Paris Faces Challenges in Cleaning Seine for 2024 Olympics

Water tests show high pollution levels as authorities race to ensure safe swimming conditions for athletes.

Recent tests reveal the Seine River still contains high levels of E. Coli and enterococci bacteria.
Heavy rainfall has exacerbated pollution, overwhelming Paris's outdated sewage system.
Authorities have invested €1.4 billion in sewage treatment and stormwater facilities to address the issue.
President Macron and Mayor Hidalgo plan to swim in the Seine to demonstrate its safety before the Games.
Public skepticism remains high, with online protests mocking the cleanup efforts.