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Tanjung Patang Lighthouse

Fl (2) Yellow 5s🇲🇾Paloh, MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Patang Lighthouse

This white, latticed concrete tower stands 15 meters tall with its light at the same elevation. It is mounted on tripod concrete piles. The lighthouse emits a single yellow flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. Its nearest port is Lundu, located 28.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels about a reef located about 5 km northwest of Tanjung Po, a significant navigational hazard.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Yellow 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl Y 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Paloh
Country
🇲🇾Indonesia
Region
West Kalimantan
Sea Region
north point of a reef about 5 km northwest of Tanjung Po, Malaysia
Latitude
2.0788°
Longitude
109.6441°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lundu(28.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F1897.6
NGA No.
23910

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
latticed
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: white concrete tower mounted on tripod concrete piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Patang Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Patang displays the characteristic Fl (2) Yellow 5s — 2 yellow flashes 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. The yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Tanjung Patang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Patang 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 Tanjung Patang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Patang 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.