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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 announced today (April 12) that red flag which was hoisted at Clear Water Bay First Beach in Sai Kung District due to sighting of red tide has been lowered.

The red flag was lowered following the advice by the Environmental Protection Department that the beach is now suitable for swimming.

Ends/Tuesday, April 12, 2005

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