Olympic triathlon athletes swam in Paris' River Seine on Wednesday after officials determined the water to be safe following days of delays stemming from pollution concerns, per a statement from ...

"The Seine is exquisite," Hidalgo told reporters. "The water is very, very good. A little cool, but not so bad." Leading up to the Olympics this summer, organizers have spent a whopping $1.5 ...

As the central artery of Paris, the Seine naturally accrues the detritus of human civilization and relationships. Through centuries it has served as highway, moat, water tap, sewer, and washtub.

This story appears in the March 2019 issue of National Geographic magazine. When my young daughter says she’s thirsty, I take for granted that the water from our kitchen tap is clean and safe.

is being spent on a regeneration project to make the Seine safe to swim in, including a rainwater storage basin to try and reduce the risks of pollution. The water will be tested every day during ...

The Phoenix Police Department said the substance was tested and deemed "non-hazardous." "There were no immediate threats to the community and the occupants of the building will be allowed access ...

especially as water quality varies widely day-to-day. Bacteria aside, the Olympic triathlon course was conceived to maximize the wow factor, with the river swim a key element. After diving into the ...

Residents were told to check the Columbiana County Emergency Management Agency site for the safe re-entry plan ... Free testing of water from private wells in the impacted area also will be ...

Starting tonight at 8 p.m., the Port St. Lucie Utility Systems Department (PSLUSD) is asking all residents to boil their water before ... inspected and deemed safe for regular service.

the FDA has not approved gripe water. That means that no one is checking to make sure it’s safe or effective. There is also no proof that it eases stomach discomfort in babies who may have colic.

It's also a great alternative to looking for a safe tap or groundwater source. Even clear-looking water can be infested with bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms. A filtered water bottle ...