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Fort Orange Lighthouse

Occ WR 30s🇬🇭Ghana, GHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fort Orange Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands 46 meters tall and features a white tower topped with a red lantern. Its light emits two white and red flashes in succession every 30 seconds. The structure is situated on the southeast corner of Fort Orange, guiding vessels through its operational period. The geographic range of the light is 19 nautical miles, marking its extent for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ WR 30s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Oc.(2)W.R. period 30s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Ghana
Country
🇬🇭GH
Latitude
4.9356°
Longitude
-1.7072°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
46m
Tower Shape
lantern
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: White tower, red lantern, on SE corner of fort; 46. W. 181°-000°, R.-046°

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D3155.1
NGA No.
D 3155.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fort Orange Lighthouse at night?+
Fort Orange displays the characteristic Occ WR 30s — 1 wr flash every 30 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Fort Orange Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort Orange Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Sekondi at 0.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Takoradi (3.7 NM SSW), Saltpond (42.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort Orange Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fort Orange 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 Orange Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort Orange 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.