Difference between revisions of "Mast Strobe"
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It is common for sailboats to have a strobe light mounted at the top of the mast. This light is considered an emergency distress signal and should only be used in the event of an emergency. | It is common for sailboats to have a strobe light mounted at the top of the mast. This light is considered an emergency distress signal and should only be used in the event of an emergency. | ||
| − | According to [[COLREGS]], strobe lights are not to be used in | + | According to [[COLREGS]], strobe lights are not to be used in international waters. However, it is acceptable to use a strobe as an emergency distress signal on inland waters. |
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Latest revision as of 00:29, 15 September 2007
It is common for sailboats to have a strobe light mounted at the top of the mast. This light is considered an emergency distress signal and should only be used in the event of an emergency.
According to COLREGS, strobe lights are not to be used in international waters. However, it is acceptable to use a strobe as an emergency distress signal on inland waters.
