09 - 2012

Reduction in range of light Rathlin O’Birne Lighthouse

Name of the Aid: Rathlin O'Birne

21 May 2012


The Commissioners of Irish Lights hereby give notice that on 15 August 2012, or as soon thereafter as circumstances permit, a new light with reduced range will be installed at Rathlin O'Birne Lighthouse.

 

Position

54° 39.816'N 008° 49.951'W

 

Character

Fl WR 15s  (0.3+14.7)

 

Visibility

R195°-307°(112°), W307º-195°(248°)

 

Day Mark

White Tower

 

Existing Light

New Light

Range

 

W 18 NM   R 14 NM

 

W 12 NM   R 10 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.