Swimming training sessions canceled in the Seine due to hydrocarbons

Open water training sessions for the European Swimming Championships were canceled in the Seine.

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Hydrocarbon traces were detected on August 6, making the water unsafe for swimming.

Organizers are seeking alternative solutions for the scheduled events.

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Auto-synthesis from 2 media sources · identified on August 6, 2026