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Pescador Island Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pescador Island Lighthouse

A cylindrical white tower, 10 meters tall, was built in 1999 on Pescador Island. Its focal height reaches 25 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every five seconds. It has a geographic range of 14.3 nautical miles. The structure is described as a round hourglass-shaped white tower.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating the waters off the southwest coast of Cebu, warning them of Pescador Island's presence.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1999

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Alcoy(15.2 km)
ARLHS No.
PHI-113

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: round hourglass-shaped white tower

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
9.9232°
Longitude
123.3433°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pescador Island Lighthouse at night?+
Pescador Island displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pescador Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pescador Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guihulngan at 12.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Ayungon (13.2 NM WSW), Alcoy (15.3 NM SE), Bais/Dumaguete (23.6 NM SW), Malatapay (25.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pescador Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pescador Island 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 Pescador Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pescador Island 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.