Red flags hoisted at Cheung Chau Tung Wan Beach and Pui O 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 (LCSD) announced today (August 28) that because of sightings of dead fish from unidentified sources at Cheung Chau Tung Wan Beach and Pui O Beach in Islands District, the red flags have been hoisted. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beaches until further notice.

     Relevant government departments 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/Sunday, August 28, 2022
Issued at HKT 10:58

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