Seismic activity at the Soufriere Hills Volcano has returned to a low level following the ash-venting activity on Friday 23 March.

Government House have issued the following press release:

ZONE C TO RE-OPEN

Zone C on the volcanic risk map, which was temporarily closed last week due to an increase in volcanic tectonic earthquakes below the Soufriere Hills Volcano, will re-open for day time entrance from tomorrow, Tuesday 27 March 2012. The normal conditions of entry will apply.

The public are asked to note that no entrance is allowed under any circumstances to Zone V on the volcanic risk map. Anyone found in this zone is liable to be arrested and charged.

Government House

Monday 26 March 2012.

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Information on the Hazard Level System can be found here.

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