
Red flag at Kadoorie Beach in Tuen Mun District lowered
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Attention TV/radio announcers:
Please broadcast the following as soon as possible and repeat it at regular intervals:
Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department said today (June 19) that the red flag at Kadoorie Beach in Tuen Mun District has been lowered.
As advised by the Environmental Protection Department, the water quality of the beach is now suitable for swimming.
The red flag was hoisted on June 12 after the Environmental Protection Department classified the water quality as Grade 4 and unsuitable for swimming.
Ends/Thursday, June 19, 2008
Issued at HKT 11:26
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