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Chemu Lighthouse

Fl White 7.5s🇬🇭Tema, GHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chemu Lighthouse

Also known as: Chemu (Breaker) Point (Tema)

This tapered concrete tower, standing 40 meters tall, is painted with black and white vertical stripes. It is situated 2.1 kilometers from the port of Tema along Ghana's coast in the Greater Accra Region. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 7.5 seconds from a focal height of 47 meters, with a geographic range of 18.2 nautical miles. Its structure includes a lantern and gallery. This active aid to navigation faces the Gulf of Guinea.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a critical navigational reference for vessels entering and exiting ports along the Ghanaian coast, contributing to the safety of trade and fishing operations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 7.5s
Focal Height
47m
Geographic Range
18.2NM

Location

City
Tema
Country
🇬🇭Ghana
Region
Greater Accra Region
Sea Region
along the coast of Ghana, facing the Gulf of Guinea
Latitude
5.6478°
Longitude
0.0243°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
tapered
Tower Color
with black and white vertical stripes
Material
concrete

Structure: tapered concrete (?) tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tema(2.1 km)
ARLHS No.
GHA-003
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chemu Lighthouse at night?+
Chemu displays the characteristic Fl White 7.5s. 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Chemu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chemu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Tema at 1.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include ACCRA (15.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chemu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chemu 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 Chemu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chemu 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.