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The banks of the River Seine in Paris, popular with pedestrians and runners, are currently underwater after heavy rain saw the water level reach more than 4.20m in the French capital. It is expected to continue to rise. IMAGES
Paris (France), Feb 1 (EFE/EPA), (Camera: Ian Langsdon).- The banks of the Seine River have overflowed in flooding near the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. Heavy rains have caused the Seine River to rise 4 meters above its usual level, causing the riverbanks in certain areas of Paris to flood, leading to the closure of roads, public transport infrastructure and even part of the Louvre Museum.FOOTAGE OF RAIN
The level of the River Seine exceeds four metres in some areas of Paris, following heavy rains throughout the weekend. According to the latest forecasts, the alert level remains yellow, meaning major damage is likely to be avoided although access to the river banks remains closed. IMAGES
The Seine river rises above its banks in Paris where rain continues. IMAGES
The worst flooding in over a century has caused the Seine river in Paris to rise to over 6 meters. This exceptional weather has forced the closure of the iconic Louvre museum.
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