Red flags hoisted at Stanley Main Beach and Clear Water Bay Second 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 announced today (September 18) that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Stanley Main Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island; Clear Water Bay Second Beach in Sai Kung District.  Beachgoers are advised not to swim at these beaches.