With some Olympic events postponed, Seine River water quality poses concerns
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Experts from University of Florida Health discussed with Fox News Digital how the poor water quality of the Seine River could impact athletes’ health during the 2024 Olympics.
Organizers canceled the practice run for the upcoming triathlon on both Sunday and Monday due to concerns that the heavy rains negatively impacted the water quality, according to multiple reports. "I am concerned that if the level of harmful bacteria is too high, the athletes [could be] at risk for contracting gastrointestinal illness."
Officials were still optimistic that warmer temperatures would reduce the bacteria levels so the men’s triathlon could proceed as planned on Tuesday — but the race was ultimately postponed.
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