
	  Red flags 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 (July 8) that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Shek O Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island; Lower Cheung Sha Beach in Islands District; and Silverstrand Beach, Clear Water Bay First Beach and Clear Water Bay Second Beach in Sai Kung District.  Beach-goers are advised not to swim at these beaches.
	  
  
	  Ends/Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Issued at HKT 09:44
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