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The red light would be the port steaming light and the white one the masthead light. The other vessels head would be at an oblique angle to you. It depends on the vessels relative bearing on what your reaction should be but it would need to be kept under observation at the very least.

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Q: What should you do if you see a red and white light on a boat at night?
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