Red flag at Silver Mine Bay Beach 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 (August 25) that the Environmental Protection Department has classified the water quality at Silver Mine Bay Beach in Islands District as Grade 3, which means the water quality has improved and the beach is suitable for swimming. The red flag has been lowered.
The red flag was hoisted on the beach earlier on due to the water quality being classified as Grade 4 and unsuitable for swimming.
Ends/Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Issued at HKT 13:14
Issued at HKT 13:14
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