Attention TV/radio announcers:

Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:

Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (August 4) that the Environmental Protection Department has classified the water quality at Silver Mine Bay Beach and Lower Cheung Sha Beach in Islands District as Grade 4, which means the beaches are not suitable for swimming. Red flags have been hoisted. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at these beaches until further notice.

Ends/Thursday, August 4, 2016
Issued at HKT 13:13

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