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Sat. Juf',

Sunday, July 2, 1972

The Senior Executive Officer (Swimming) of the USD Recreation

and Amenities Division, Mr. M.C. Ho, pointed out that swimming had now

become the most popular recreational activity during the summer. In

fact, at a peak period last year, it was estimated that over 37,000

people were at Repulse Bay.

Because of this a swimmer in difficulty is relatively inconspicuous

and he must therefore try to attract the attention of the life-guards,

who, on the other hand, are conspicuous in their orange red uniforms.

Mr. Ho said that people who find themselves in difficulties must

first of all keep calm and conserve their energy and breath. They must

try to tread water or float on their back, and raise their arm for

assistance.

And he had a word of warning: never pretend to be in difficulties

when you are not.

These rules and other safety instructions have been printed in

handy leaflets and are distributed to students and swimmers.

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