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Paris briefly opened the Seine River for swimming after a long ban, but had to close it again just a day later due to pollution concerns caused by heavy rainfall, highlighting ongoing challenges in maintaining water quality despite extensive cleanup efforts for the Olympics.
Lady Bird Lake in Austin has been off-limits to swimmers since 1964 due to environmental dangers caused by urban development and water quality concerns. The region's high rainfall rates and steep terrain make it susceptible to fast-moving waters during heavy rains, which can lead to pollutants like dirt, poop, oils, and fertilizers entering the lake. Floodwater can also contain hazardous waste and contaminants that can cause skin irritation and gastrointestinal illness. Additionally, the lake's strong currents pose a safety hazard for swimmers. While the water quality meets state standards, swimming is still banned, and violators can be fined up to $500. Reversing the ban would require a coordinated effort involving multiple departments and groups.
A Russian citizen was killed in a shark attack near a beach at the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Hurghada. Egypt's Environment Ministry said a tiger shark was responsible for the death of a beachgoer. Local authorities have issued a ban on swimming, snorkelling and other water sports activities on several beaches near the attack site. The person killed was a Russian man born in 1999 who lived in Egypt full-time and was not a tourist. The consulate urged Russian tourists to be vigilant when in the water and to strictly adhere to any swimming bans imposed by local authorities.
Schulze Lake in Lebanon Hills Regional Park, Eagan, has been temporarily closed due to a potential waterborne viral outbreak after a visitor reported getting sick. The cause of the illness is unknown, and the Minnesota Department of Health is offering testing to a limited number of people exposed to the lake water who are experiencing symptoms like vomiting or diarrhea. The swimming ban also includes canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing until at least June 8. The rest of the park remains open, and people are advised to take precautions until authorities determine the cause of the outbreak.