Punta Cala Scirocco Lighthouse
Punta Cala Scirocco Lighthouse (Italian: Faro di Punta Cala Scirocco) is an active lighthouse located on the southernmost extremity of Gorgona, one the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago, 15 nautical miles (28 km; 17 mi) from Livorno.
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Location | Gorgona Tuscany Italy |
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Coordinates | 43°25′14″N 9°54′03″E |
Automated | yes |
Foundation | concrete base |
Construction | fibreglass |
Tower shape | cylindrical tower with small balcony and light |
Markings / pattern | white tower |
Tower height | 5 metres (16 ft) |
Focal height | 45 metres (148 ft) |
Light source | solar power |
Intensity | LABI 40 W |
Range | 9 nautical miles (17 km; 10 mi) |
Characteristic | Fl (2) W 10s. |
Fog signal | no |
Italy number | 1992 E.F |
Managing agent | Marina Militare[1] |
Description
The lighthouse consists of a cylindrical white fibreglass tower 5 metres (16 ft) high, placed at 45 metres (148 ft) above sea level. The lantern is powered by a solar unit and emits two white flashes every 10 seconds visible up to 9 nautical miles (17 km; 10 mi). The lighthouse is fully automated and is operated by Marina Militare identified by the code number 1992 E.F.[1]
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See also
References
- "Punta Cala Scirocco". Marina Militare. Retrieved 1 March 2018.
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