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Subaúma Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇧🇷Bahia, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Subaúma Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a quadrilateral concrete tower painted with white and red bands. The structure reaches a height of 135 meters, with its light positioned at a focal height of 48 meters above sea level. It emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 23 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
48m
Geographic Range
23NM

Location

City
Bahia
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-12.2392°
Longitude
-37.7710°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
135m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red quadrilateral concrete tower, white banded; 135

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0235
NGA No.
18014
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Subaúma Lighthouse at night?+
Subaúma displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Is Subaúma Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Subaúma 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 Subaúma Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Subaúma 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.