Red flag at Butterfly Beach lowered
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Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:
Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (July 13) that the Environmental Protection Department has classified the water quality at Butterfly Beach in Tuen Mun District as Grade 3, which means the water quality has improved and the beach is suitable for swimming. The red flag has been lowered.
The red flag was hoisted on the beach earlier on due to the water quality being classified as Grade 4 and unsuitable for swimming.
Ends/Wednesday, July 13, 2016
Issued at HKT 15:50
Issued at HKT 15:50
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