Isolated danger mark

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Examples of Isolated Danger Marks
An Isolated Danger Mark, as defined by the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities, is a sea mark used in maritime pilotage to indicate a hazard to shipping such as a partially submerged rock.
Isolated Danger Mark near Hvar, Croatia

It is recognisable by its black and red bands and top-mark of two black balls.

Its distinctive sequence of flashing light consists of 2 quick flashes with intervals of 5 seconds.

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