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Preguiças Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇧🇷Northern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Preguiças Lighthouse

This lighthouse, established in 1940, features a 35-meter tower situated in Northern Brazil. Its focal plane reaches 46 meters above sea level. The light mechanism produces a single white flash that repeats every 3 seconds. With a geographic range of 43 nautical miles, it provides a significant visual cue for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
43NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1940

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0094
NGA No.
17720
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q3378348 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
35m

Location

City
Northern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-2.5931°
Longitude
-42.7051°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Preguiças Lighthouse at night?+
Preguiças displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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.
Is Preguiças Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Preguiças 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 Preguiças Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Preguiças 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.