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 (October 17) that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Deep Water Bay Beach, Repulse Bay Beach, Middle Bay Beach, South Bay Beach, Chung Hom Kok Beach and St Stephen's Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island; and Pui O Beach in Islands District. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at these beaches.

Ends/Monday, October 17, 2016
Issued at HKT 14:53

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