Thursday, May 17, 2012

Activity at the Soufrière Hills Volcano is at a low level.

The seismic network recorded one hybrid and six volcano-tectonic events this week.

The average sulphur dioxide measurement over five days this week was 304 tons per day with a maximum of 328 and a minimum of 276 tons per day.

Clear views of the dome showed no changes in morphology and there were no fresh rockfall deposits identified.

Despite the low level of activity, pyroclastic flows can still occur without any warning. As of 4 November the Hazard Level is 2. There is daytime access (8:00am to 4:00pm) to Zone C. Maritime zone W remains daytime transit only (boats may sail through the zone but must not stop).

Category: Weekly reports