Random Island
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Random Island is an island located off Canada's Atlantic coast. Part of the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, it is located on the east coast of Newfoundland and partially surrounded by the Bonavista Peninsula on the north and within the confines of Trinity Bay. The island is approximately 35 km (22 mi) long, its width varies from 15 km (9.3 mi) on the eastern end, to 6 km (3.7 mi) in the middle, to 17 km (11 mi) on the western end, with a total area of around 310 km2 (120 sq mi).[3] According to the 2016 census, the population of the island is 1,232.[4]
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Quick Facts Location, Coordinates ...
Location | Random Head Random Island Newfoundland Canada |
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Coordinates | 48°05′41″N 53°32′43″W |
Tower | |
Constructed | 1895 |
Foundation | concrete base |
Construction | cast iron tower |
Height | 10 m (33 ft) |
Shape | cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern |
Markings | red and white checkered pattern, red lantern |
Power source | solar power |
Operator | Canadian Coast Guard[1][2] |
Heritage | recognized federal heritage building of Canada |
Light | |
Focal height | 38 m (125 ft) |
Range | 7 nmi (13 km; 8.1 mi) |
Characteristic | Fl W 3s |
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