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Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front Lighthouse

F White🇨🇳Haicang, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front Lighthouse

This square concrete tower, standing 12 meters tall, is painted with red and white vertical stripes. It is situated at the south end of an island within Xiàmén harbor, marking a northbound range. The lighthouse emits a white flash. With a focal height of 17.5 meters, it has a geographic range of 12.5 nautical miles. The structure is located 3.4 kilometers from the nearest port, Xiamen.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for guiding northbound vessels through Xiàmén harbor, directly supporting the safe and efficient flow of international trade and local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
17.5m
Geographic Range
12.5NM

Location

City
Haicang
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Xiàmén harbor, marking a northbound range at the south end of an island.
Latitude
24.4912°
Longitude
118.0604°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red and white vertical stripes
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower, colored with red and white vertical stripes

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Xiamen(3.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3616.5.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front displays the characteristic F White. 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 Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Xiamen Pt at 1.8 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Haicang, Xiamen (2.5 NM S), Xiamen (3.3 NM SE), Xiamen (3.4 NM ENE), Zhangzhou (4.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front 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.
What shipping routes pass near Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front Lighthouse?+
Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Huǒshāoyǔ Range Front 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.