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Shumma Island Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 20s🇪🇷Eritrea, ERInactive

Location & Light Range

About Shumma Island Lighthouse

Shumma Island Lighthouse was built in 1889 and first lit the same year. The structure is a round, white tower made of iron, standing 72 meters tall. Its focal height is 33 meters above sea level. The light emits three white flashes every 20 seconds and has a geographic range of 9 nautical miles. The station was reported as not in operation in 2001.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 20s
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1889

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7295.016
NGA No.
30736
ARLHS No.
ERI-004
Wikidata
Q105641833 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
72m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
iron

Structure: White round metal tower; 72. 30740 Gizan N. Light Buoy 16° 56.6´ N 41° 17.6´ E Iso.W

Location

City
Eritrea
Country
🇪🇷ER
Latitude
15.5266°
Longitude
40.0049°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shumma Island Lighthouse at night?+
Shumma Island displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 20s — 3 white flashes every 20 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 Shumma Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shumma Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Massawa (Mitsiwa) at 31.7 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shumma Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Shumma Island 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 Shumma Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shumma 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.