Red flags hoisted at Deep Water Bay Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach
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Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (September 22) that according to the Beach Water Quality Forecast System of the Environmental Protection Department (www.epd.gov.hk/epd/english/environmentinhk/water/beach_quality/forecast_system.html), the Beach Water Quality Forecast Index for Deep Water Bay Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island is 4, which means the predicted water quality at these beaches is "Very Poor" due to potential transient water quality fluctuations caused by heavy rain. The red flags have been hoisted, and beachgoers are advised not to enter the water to safeguard their health.
Ends/Sunday, September 22, 2024
Issued at HKT 10:16
Issued at HKT 10:16
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