Paris city officials announce that swimming will be allowed again in the Canal Saint-Martin starting this Wednesday. The deputy mayor, Emmanuel Grégoire, says the measure applies under lifeguard supervision, with the aim of giving residents a place to cool down during a new period of very hot weather. The decision is presented as part of broader preparations for another heatwave hitting France this week, following record warmth in spring. Both outlets link the change to public demand and the need to respond to rising temperatures in a city that does not have infrastructure designed for prolonged heat. The opening of Canal Saint-Martin—described as one of the city’s largest outdoor swimming options—reverses a long-standing ban on swimming there. The policy is framed as temporary and tied to heat conditions, with lifeguards and monitoring intended to manage safety while enabling access to the canal’s water for swimming during the hot spell.