Hong Kong government warns against swimming on full stomach after faeces discovery forces Shing Mun Valley pool closure
Government issues call for swimmers to keep pools clean following the unsavoury episode
The Hong Kong government has issued a warning against swimming on a full stomach after faeces were discovered at a pool in Tsuen Wan.
Shing Mun Valley swimming pool was forced to close today after the unsavoury episode, which involved a “small amount of faeces”, the government said.
The pool was due to re-open at 1.30pm this afternoon after a deep cleaning operation.
The government issued a press release calling on television and radio stations to make repeat announcements about the closure this morning.
A government spokesman also advised swimmers to use the toilet before entering pools.
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The spokesman said: “The department appeals to swimmers to be considerate and to keep our swimming pools clean.