Red flag hoisted at Silver Mine Bay Beach
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Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:
Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) announced today (June 24) that because of sightings of dead fish from unidentified sources at Silver Mine Bay Beach in Islands District, the red flag has been hoisted and the beach has been closed until further notice. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach.
The Environmental Protection Department, Marine Department and Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department have been contacted for follow up action. Site clearance by LCSD staff is underway. The LCSD will closely monitor the situation and will take further action as necessary.
Ends/Monday, June 24, 2019
Issued at HKT 10:13
Issued at HKT 10:13
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