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Bur Sudan Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇸🇩Sudan, SDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bur Sudan Lighthouse

The Bur Sudan Lighthouse is a white masonry tower standing 19 meters tall. It features a focal height of 19 meters and emits a white flashing light. The structure itself is described as a masonry tower, white banded, measuring 72 units in length (though the unit is not specified). It has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Sudan
Country
🇸🇩SD
Latitude
19.5892°
Longitude
37.2487°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: Masonry tower, white banded; 72

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7295.5
NGA No.
30636
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bur Sudan Lighthouse at night?+
Bur Sudan displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does Bur Sudan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bur Sudan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Port Sudan at 2.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Marsa Bashayer (12.5 NM SSE), Digna (Sawakin) (28.1 NM SSE), Swakin (28.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bur Sudan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bur Sudan Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Bur Sudan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bur Sudan Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.