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Turshian Mouth Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇵🇰PKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Turshian Mouth Lighthouse

Also known as: Turshian Mouth (Turshian Creek)

A 45-meter tall, square skeletal tower with a gallery, painted gray, was erected in 1995. Its light has a focal height of 46 meters and emits a white flash every 20 seconds. The structure is situated 5.4 kilometers from Keti Bandar, the closest port, and marks the northern entry to Turshian Creek.

Why it matters: This light serves as a navigation aid for ships entering Turshian Creek, an important passage within the Indus River delta.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
18.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1995

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Keti Bandar(5.4 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
45m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
gray

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted gray

Location

Country
🇵🇰PK
Latitude
24.0770°
Longitude
67.3991°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Turshian Mouth Lighthouse at night?+
Turshian Mouth displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Turshian Mouth Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Turshian Mouth Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Keti Bandar at 3.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Muhammad Bin Qasim/Karachi (42 NM N), Pakistan International Container Terminal/Karachi (48.1 NM NNW), Qasim International Container Terminal/Karachi (48.1 NM NNW), AL-HAMD Container Terminal (49 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Turshian Mouth Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Turshian Mouth 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 Turshian Mouth Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Turshian Mouth 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.