02 - 2002
Blackhead Clare Lighthouse - Solarisation of Navigational Light
Name of the Aid: Blackhead Lighthouse
14 January 2002
Area:
West Coast of Ireland - Galway Bay
The Commissioners of Irish Lights hereby give notice that on
the 18th February 2002, or as soon thereafter as circumstances
permit, the present gas powered light at Blackhead Lighthouse (ALL
No. 6332) will be replaced with a Solar Powered Light.
This will cause no observable change in flash character, range, or sectors, however it should be noted that the new Solar Powered Light will be exhibited during the HOURS OF DARKNESS only.
Radio Navigation Warnings will be issued when the above alteration takes place.
This will cause no observable change in flash character, range, or sectors, however it should be noted that the new Solar Powered Light will be exhibited during the HOURS OF DARKNESS only.
Radio Navigation Warnings will be issued when the above alteration takes place.
By Order, T.M Boyd, Chief Executive
Mariners are invited to contact the Marine Department, Commissioners of Irish Lights to comment on any aspect of the Aids to Navigation Service or on hazards to navigation around the coast of Ireland.