Notes: The old tower developed a severe tilt after the passage of cyclone Geralda in 1994, and the lighthouse was subsequently rebuilt. Characteristic and Range: Occluding white light, 3 flashes (4.5 seconds, 1.5 seconds and 1.5 seconds) every 12 seconds, visible for 25 nautical miles (red and green sectors: 11 miles). Description of Tower: White cylindrical concrete tower.
This light is operational
Earlier Towers? 1903: White iron tower, 43 feet tall, focal plane height of 65 feet. Date Established: 1903 Date Present Tower Built: Late 1990s? Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Mapquest URL: Click here to get a map to this lighthouse!
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