2002-02-Blackhead Lighthouse

2002-02-Blackhead Lighthouse

Notices to Mariners

Blackhead Clare Lighthouse - Solarisation of Navigational Light

02 - 2002

Issue Date: Monday 14 January 2002

Aid: Blackhead Lighthouse

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.
By Order, T.M Boyd, Chief Executive