Olympics-Athletes face heat risks in Paris, environmental groups say


FILE PHOTO: The Olympic rings are displayed on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic games in Paris, France June 7, 2024. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier/File Photo

(Reuters) -Heat levels during the Paris Olympics could pose health risks for competitors, a report by environmental groups said, adding that continued increases in global temperatures could jeopardise future editions of the Games.

The report, titled "Rings of Fire: Heat Risks at the 2024 Paris Olympics", was published on Tuesday by the British Association for Sustainable Sport and Frontrunners, an organisation helping athletes engage in environmental issues.

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