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Tolosa Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇵🇭Eastern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tolosa Lighthouse

The Tolosa Lighthouse was first activated in 42617. Its structure is composed of glass-reinforced plastic and painted white. The light emitted from the tower is red. With a focal height of 127 meters, it has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
127m
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
42617

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2455
NGA No.
F2455(admiralty);14928(NGA);PHI-065(arlhs)
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Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white
Material
glass_reinforced_plastic

Location

City
Eastern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
11.0675°
Longitude
125.0381°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tolosa Lighthouse at night?+
Tolosa displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tolosa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tolosa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Catanauan at 2.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Tanauan/Tacloban (2.3 NM NNW), Tacloban, Leyte (10.2 NM N), Calaguitan/Tacloban (11.2 NM NNW), Sogod/Tacloban (11.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tolosa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tolosa 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 Tolosa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tolosa 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.