Seine River
Coverage of Seine River in the Nexus archive.
- France restricts public alcohol consumption and outdoor sports as heat wave bakes parts of Europe
France has restricted public alcohol consumption and canceled outdoor sports events to manage a severe heat wave, with temperatures reaching 40°C in parts of the country. Emergency services and military are on wildfire alert, while drowning deaths and health risks from extreme heat have been reported across Europe.
- Iconic Paris canal opens to swimmers as residents seek ways to cope with heatwave
Paris is allowing swimming in one of its canals to help residents cope with a heatwave, following an unusually hot week in May. Later this summer, designated swimming spots will also open along the Seine River.
- Heat dome over Europe scorches UK, France, Spain
A heat dome is causing extreme temperatures across Europe, affecting the UK, France, and Spain. In Paris, people are seeking relief along the Seine River, where street artist JR's artwork is visible on the Pont Neuf.