Red flag hoisted at several beaches
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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 (May 14) that the Environmental Protection Department has classified the water quality at Shek O Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island, and Golden Beach in Tuen Mun District as Grade 4, which means the beaches are not suitable for swimming. The red flags have been hoisted. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at these beaches until further notice.

Ends/Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Issued at HKT 12:34

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