The city of Paris has allowed swimming in the Saint-Martin canal during the current heat wave, according to reports. Multiple young people jumped into the water, leading to confrontations with police, as described by the source.
The city of Paris has allowed swimming in the Saint-Martin canal during the current heat wave, according to an excerpt from a video commentary citing the city's progressive policies. Many young people jumped into the water, leading to confrontations with police. The channel describes the water as filthy and the city as a garbage dump. No official statement from the Paris city hall or police has been reported. Reports have not verified the events independently. A YouTube video linked in the report may provide further footage.
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