Red flags at some beaches lowered
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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 announced today (June 26) that the Environmental Protection Department has classified the water quality at Lido Beach, Casam Beach and Hoi Mei Wan Beach in Tsuen Wan District as Grade 3, which means the water quality has improved and the beaches are suitable for swimming. The red flags have been lowered.
The red flags were hoisted at these beaches earlier on due to the water quality being classified as Grade 4 and unsuitable for swimming.
Ends/Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Issued at HKT 12:20
Issued at HKT 12:20
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