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Riaba Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇬🇶Equatorial Guinea, GQInactive

Location & Light Range

About Riaba Lighthouse

Riaba is a 39-meter green beacon located in Equatorial Guinea. Its light displays white, red, and green flashes, repeating every 5 seconds. This structure provides a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The operational status of the lighthouse is currently false. It is visible between 287 degrees 30 minutes and 208 degrees.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R.G. period 5s
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Equatorial Guinea
Country
🇬🇶GQ
Latitude
3.3880°
Longitude
8.7632°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Color
green

Structure: Green beacon; 39. Visible 287°30´-208°

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D4060
NGA No.
25164
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Riaba Lighthouse at night?+
Riaba 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 Riaba Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Riaba Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Butuku-Luba at 13.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Luba (13.7 NM WNW), Malabo (22.4 NM N), Punta Europa Terminal (23.9 NM N), Limboh Terminal (42.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Riaba Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Riaba 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 Riaba Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Riaba 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.