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Manila West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Manila West Breakwater Lighthouse

This steel mast lighthouse, painted green, stands 30 meters tall and has a focal height of 12 meters. Its light emits a single green flash every 5 seconds. Operational since its construction, it provides a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The structure is built from steel, with the site open to the public but the tower closed. It is located 0.3 kilometers from Manila South Harbour.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of the western breakwater, a hazard at the entrance to Manila South Harbour. Its distinctive green flashing light is essential for safe navigation into Manila Bay's busy shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
14.5866°
Longitude
120.9679°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Manila South Harbour(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
F2654
NGA No.
14316
ARLHS No.
PHI-117

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
green
Material
steel

Structure: steel mast

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Manila West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Manila West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Manila West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Manila West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Manila North Harbour at 0.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Manila South Harbour (0.7 NM SSW), Philippines (1.9 NM E), Manila (2.3 NM NW), Makati City (4.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Manila West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Manila West Breakwater 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 Manila West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Manila West Breakwater 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.