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Canigao Island Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇵🇭Eastern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Canigao Island Lighthouse

The Canigao Island lighthouse stands 67 meters tall and was constructed in 1999. Its octagonal tower is made of aluminum and painted white. The focal plane of the light is 24 meters above sea level. It emits a white light with a flashing characteristic. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1999

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2434
NGA No.
14952
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
67m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
green
Material
aluminum

Structure: White octagonal metal tower; 67

Location

City
Eastern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
10.2485°
Longitude
124.7511°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Canigao Island Lighthouse at night?+
Canigao Island displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Canigao Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Canigao Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hilongos at 7.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include MAASIN (9 NM SE), Talibon (25.3 NM WSW), Baybay/Tacloban (25.7 NM N), Jagna (42.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Canigao Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Canigao Island 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 Canigao Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Canigao Island 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.