Red flags hoisted at Big Wave Bay Beach and Silverstrand Beach
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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 (March 16) that due to big waves, red flag has been hoisted at Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island.

     Meanwhile, due to inclement weather, red flag has been hoisted at Silverstrand Beach in Sai Kung District.  

     Beach-goers are advised not to swim at these beaches.

Ends/Friday, March 16, 2018
Issued at HKT 9:05

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