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Ra'S Asir Lighthouse

Fl white 5s🇸🇴Somalia, SOInactive

Location & Light Range

About Ra'S Asir Lighthouse

Also known as: Lighthouse Cape Guardafui

Ra'S Asir is a round masonry tower in Somalia, standing 263 meters in height. The structure exhibits a white tower color and emits a white light with a flashing characteristic. This lighthouse was reported as temporarily extinguished in 2013. Its geographic range extends to 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl white 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
white
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Somalia
Country
🇸🇴SO
Latitude
11.8356°
Longitude
51.2789°

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
263m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: Round masonry tower; 64. Temporarily extinguished (2013). GULF OF ADEN 529

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7246
NGA No.
31072
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra'S Asir Lighthouse at night?+
Ra'S Asir displays the characteristic Fl white 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Ra'S Asir Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Ra'S Asir 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 Ra'S Asir Lighthouse?+
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