Red flags lowered at three beaches in Sai Kung
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Attention TV/Radio Announcers:

Please broadcast the following as soon as possible and repeat it at regular intervals:

Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (May 9) that red flags which were hoisted at Clear Water Bay First Beach, Clear Water Bay Second Beach and Hap Mun Bay Beach in Sai Kung District due to sighting of red tide have been lowered.

The red flags were lowered following the advice by the Environmental Protection Department that these beaches are now suitable for swimming.

Ends/Monday, May 9, 2005
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