08 - 2012
Reduction in range of light Tory Island Lighthouse
Name of the Aid: Tory Island Lighthouse
21 May 2012
The Commissioners of Irish Lights hereby give notice that on 3 September 2012, or as soon thereafter as circumstances permit, a new light with decreased range will be installed at Tory Island Lighthouse. This light will be exhibited during hours of darkness only.
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Position |
55° 16.357'N 008° 14.964'W
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Visibility |
302°-277° (335°)
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Day Mark |
Black Tower with a White Band
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Existing Light
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New Light |
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Character |
Fl(4) W 30s (0.2+4.8+0.2+4.8+0.2+4.8+0.2+1 4.8)
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Fl(4) W 30s (0.8+4.2+0.8+4.2+0.8+4.2+0.8+1 4.2)
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Shown |
24 Hours
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Hours of Darkness |
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Range |
W 27 NM
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W 18 NM |
Radio Navigational Warnings will be issued when the above changes take place.
By Order, Yvonne Shields 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.