Red flag hoisted at Golden Beach in Tuen Mun District
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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 (May 21) that the Environmental Protection Department had classified the water quality of Golden Beach in Tuen Mun District as Grade 4. This means the beach is not suitable for swimming. The red flag has been hoisted and beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach until further notice.

Ends/Monday, May 21, 2007
Issued at HKT 15:36

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