07 - 2010

Inishtrahull Lighthouse - Temporary Reduction in range of light

Name of the Aid: Inishtrahull Lighthouse

26 April 2010


  • Area:

    North Coast of Ireland

The Commissioners of Irish Lights hereby give notice that on or about 10 June 2010, or as soon thereafter as circumstances permit, a temporary light will be installed for a period of approximately ten (10) weeks whilst a new dome is installed. The temporary light will have the same character as the original light.

  Exiting light Temporary Light
Position: (WGS 84)

55° 25.864'N

55° 25.864'N

 

07° 14.628'W

07° 14.628'W

Character: Fl (3) W 15s Fl (3) W 15s
Range: 19 nautical miles 10 nautical miles
Daymark: White Tower (23m) White Tower (23m)
Height: 59m above water 59m above water

All other details remain unchanged.

Radio Navigational Warnings will be issued when the above changes take place.


By Order, S. G. R. Ruttle, 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.