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Fort George Lighthouse

Fl R 5s🇧🇿Belize, BZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fort George Lighthouse

This white concrete column features a red band encircling its base and stands 52 meters high. The lighthouse emits a single red flash on a 5-second cycle. Its focal height reaches 16 meters above sea level. The structure's geographic range extends to 8 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Belize
Country
🇧🇿BZ
Latitude
17.4915°
Longitude
-88.1815°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
52m
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete column, red band on base; 52

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5954
NGA No.
16368
Wikidata
Q4862170 →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fort George Lighthouse at night?+
Fort George displays the characteristic Fl R 5s — 1 red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Fort George Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort George Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Belize City at 1.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include CAYE CHAPEL (14.7 NM NNE), CAYE CAULKER (17.2 NM NNE), SAN PEDRO (28.7 NM NNE), Dangriga (31.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort George Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fort George 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 Fort George Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort George 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.