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Pulicat Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇮🇳Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulicat Lighthouse

This hexagonal concrete tower, painted white with black bands, stands 53 meters tall with its focal height also at 53 meters. The structure is identified by AIS as MMSI No 004194426. It emits a white light. The lighthouse is temporarily extinguished.

Why it matters: The lighthouse has a geographic range of 26 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
53m
Geographic Range
26NM

Location

City
Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
13.4213°
Longitude
80.3261°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
53m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White hexagonal concrete tower, black bands; 164. AIS (MMSI No 004194426). Temporarily extinguished

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0950
NGA No.
F 0950
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulicat Lighthouse at night?+
Pulicat displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Pulicat Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulicat Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kattupalli at 7.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Kattupalli Port (8 NM SSE), Ennore (9.6 NM S), Chennai (ex Madras) (18.9 NM S), Attur (46.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulicat Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulicat 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 Pulicat Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulicat 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.