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Refugio Island Lighthouse

Fl W 7s🇵🇭Southern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Refugio Island Lighthouse

This 37-meter truncated pyramidal tower is constructed of aluminum and painted white. Its focal height matches its structural height, placing the light at 37 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white flash, visible for a geographic range of 18 nautical miles. The aluminum construction provides durability for its exposed location in the Southern Philippines.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Southern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
10.4692°
Longitude
123.4482°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
37m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
aluminum

Structure: Truncated pyramidal metal tower; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2354
NGA No.
14744
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Refugio Island Lighthouse at night?+
Refugio Island displays the characteristic Fl W 7s — 1 white flash every 7 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 Refugio Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Refugio Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is San Carlos/Dumaguete at 1.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Sangi/Cebu (12.2 NM ESE), Guihulngan (23.3 NM SSW), Laguna (27.6 NM ESE), Toledo/Cebu (28.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Refugio Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Refugio 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 Refugio Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Refugio 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.