Parties, accidents and drownings: The hidden face of the Seine

Every summer, tens of thousands of party-goers invade the banks of the Seine, especially during the Fête de la Musique. With the help of euphoria and alcohol, diving from the top of the bridges is a tradition. This evening is also the busiest for the men of the Paris river brigade, who will save more than one from drowning. Like the rest of the year, this police unit watches over the Seine and its surroundings.
The banks are also home to barges, whose locations are increasingly coveted by Parisians looking for affordable housing. Finally, the Seine in Paris is also the leading tourist port in France and a huge commercial port that sees dozens of barges carrying goods pass through every day. Such traffic causes accidents and shipwrecks, like the one Jeff was the victim of.
Director: Josza Anjembe/Hugo Hayat/Margaux Chouraqui