2009-08-Establishment of a light on Blackhorse Rocks Beacon

2009-08-Establishment of a light on Blackhorse Rocks Beacon

Notices to Mariners

Establishment of a light on Blackhorse Rocks Beacon

08 - 2009

Issue Date: Friday 22 May 2009

Aid: Blackhorse Rocks Beacon

Area: South Coast of Ireland

The Commissioners of Irish Lights hereby give notice that on or about 28 June 2009 or as soon thereafter as circumstances permit, a light will be established on the unlighted Blackhorse Rocks Beacon at the eastern approaches to Crookhaven, having the following characteristics:

BLACKHORSE ROCKS BEACON
Position (WGS 84) 51°28.437'N 09°41.683'W
Character Q Fl
Range 5nm
Visibility 360°
Elevation (above MHWS) 5.4m
Structure North Cardinal Beacon (Steel Pole : Black/Yellow)
Topmark 2 Cones - points upwards


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Radio Navigation Warnings will be issued when the beacon is lighted.

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