Red flags hoisted at Silver Mine Bay Beach and Pui O Beach

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 announced today (August 13) that the Environmental Protection Department has classified the water quality at Silver Mine Bay Beach and Pui O Beach in Islands District as Grade 4, which means the beaches are not suitable for swimming. The red flags have been hoisted. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at the beaches until further notice.