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Coruripe Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 15s🇧🇷Northeastern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Coruripe Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a cylindrical masonry tower standing 10 meters tall. It was constructed in 1948 and first lit the same year. The structure presents a white and black color scheme, with the tower itself banded in black. A black truncated pyramidal concrete base supports the main tower.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 15s
Geographic Range
14NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1948

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0226
NGA No.
17996
Wikidata
Q41530655 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and black
Material
masonry

Structure: White cylindrical masonry tower, black banded, black truncated pyramidal concrete base

Location

City
Northeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-10.1606°
Longitude
-36.1351°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Coruripe Lighthouse at night?+
Coruripe displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 15s — 2 white flashes every 15 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 Coruripe Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Coruripe Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Maceió at 36.8 NM to the NE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Coruripe Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Coruripe 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 Coruripe Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Coruripe 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.