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Ilha Do Fogo Lighthouse

Fl WRG 12s🇲🇿Mozambique, MZInactive

Location & Light Range

About Ilha Do Fogo Lighthouse

The Ilha Do Fogo lighthouse, established in 1926 and operational in 1954, stands as a square concrete skeletal tower. Its focal plane is 35 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash every 12 seconds. It is located on an island off the coast southwest of Moma.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WRG 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R.G. period 12s
Focal Height
35m

Construction & History

Year Built
1954

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6580
NGA No.
31716

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Location

City
Mozambique
Country
🇲🇿MZ
Latitude
-17.2334°
Longitude
38.8826°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ilha Do Fogo Lighthouse at night?+
Ilha Do Fogo displays the characteristic Fl WRG 12s — 1 wrg flash every 12 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 wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ilha Do Fogo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ilha Do Fogo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Pebane at 43.4 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ilha Do Fogo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Ilha Do Fogo Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Ilha Do Fogo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ilha Do Fogo 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.