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Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater Lighthouse

Q red🇮🇳Thoothukudi, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater Lighthouse

This skeletal radar tower, standing at least 40 meters tall, formerly supported the Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater light. The tower, with a square design, was positioned on the south side of the entrance to Tuticorin Harbour, near Thoothukudi. The light emitted a quick red flash. This navigational aid was located approximately 0.4 km from the nearest port, New Tuticorin. The structure and its associated light were removed in 2022 following modifications to the harbor's breakwater.

Why it matters: The light marked the entrance to Tuticorin Harbour, a significant Indian port, and its removal signaled changes in navigational requirements for the port's infrastructure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q red
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
red
Raw Code
Q.R

Construction & History

Significant events: removed in 2022

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
New Tuticorin(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
F0735.7
NGA No.
27189.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
skeletal

Structure: A square skeletal radar tower, at least 40m tall, once supported this light.

Location

City
Thoothukudi
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Tamil Nadu
Sea Region
south side of the entrance to Tuticorin Harbour
Latitude
8.7527°
Longitude
78.2106°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater displays the characteristic Q red. 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 Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is New Tuticorin at 0.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Tuticorin (2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater 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 Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tuticorin Harbour East Breakwater 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.