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Icapara Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇧🇷Southeastern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Icapara Lighthouse

The Icapara Lighthouse is a white, quadrilateral metal tower standing 73 meters tall. Its focal height matches the tower's elevation at 73 meters above sea level. This structure emits a single, long white flash. The lighthouse is located in Southeastern Brazil.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
LFl
Focal Height
73m
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Southeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-24.6832°
Longitude
-47.4533°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
73m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White quadrilateral metal tower, unknown daymark; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0513.5
NGA No.
G 0513.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Icapara Lighthouse at night?+
Icapara displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash 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 Icapara Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Icapara Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is IGUAPE at 6.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include CANANEIA (32.4 NM SW), ITANHAEM (46.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Icapara Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Icapara 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 Icapara Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Icapara 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.