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Shela Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇰🇪Shella ward, KEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shela Range Rear Lighthouse

This square pyramidal fiberglass tower stands 9 meters tall, painted with red and white horizontal bands. Its focal plane is 15 meters above sea level. Operating as an active navigational aid, it emits a white flash every 8 seconds. The lighthouse is situated on a steep hillside in Kenya, 380 meters north of its corresponding front light, forming part of a range system. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for mariners, aligning with its front light to define a precise course through specific channels. Its function directly aids vessel safety by indicating the centerline of a navigable path.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Relocated; formerly listed with a higher focal plane

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: square pyramidal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Shella ward
Country
🇰🇪Kenya
Region
Lamu
Sea Region
Located on a steep hillside in Kenya, 380 m north of the front light, forming part of a range system
Latitude
-2.2970°
Longitude
40.9155°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lamu(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
D6832.1
NGA No.
31180
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shela Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Shela Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Shela Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shela Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Lamu at 8.5 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shela Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shela Range Rear 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 Shela Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shela Range Rear 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.