A new peer-reviewed research article titled “The first seismo-volcanological observatory on Montserrat” has been published in the international journal Volcanica. The paper is authored by David Pyle (University of Oxford) with co-authors Martin Mahony (UEA), Jenni Barclay (University of Bristol), Bridie V. Davies (University of Oxford), Karen Pascal (MVO, UWI SRC), Thiffanie Williams (MVO), Erouscilla … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) is pleased to welcome Stephen Hernandez, a volcano and tectonic seismologist from the United States, to our scientific team. Stephen’s work focuses on developing and applying novel techniques to real-time seismic data as a means of improving volcano monitoring capabilities. Seismic monitoring is a cornerstone of volcanic hazard assessment, providing … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Liz Gaunt as our newest Volcanologist specializing in Hazard and Risk. Dr. Gaunt brings with her a strong academic and professional background in volcanology and geophysics. She holds a PhD in Geophysics from University College London, UK, and has nearly a decade … Read More
Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) is proud to be a partner in Ex-X: Expecting the Unexpected, a major international research project led by the University of Bristol. The project aims to improve the detection and understanding of dangerous escalations in volcanic activity and includes work on Soufrière Hills Volcano as well as other volcanic systems in … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) welcomed 2,970 visitors in 2025, marking a strong year of public engagement and continued interest in volcanic science, monitoring, and education. The figure reflects a comprehensive approach to visitor tracking introduced in late 2023. Prior to this change, MVO visitor records primarily captured individuals who paid to view the Observatory’s … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. TiVonne Howe as the organization’s newest Volcanologist. Dr. Howe joins the scientific team following the successful completion of her PhD, which explored volcanic gas behaviour and the role of carbon dioxide and water vapour in magma beneath volcanoes in the Lesser Antilles. … Read More
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The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) recently welcomed Jade Every, an intern with the Department of Public Order and Safety in Saba, who visited the organisation as part of her ongoing work to develop a volcano preparedness and response plan for the island of Saba. Every’s visit forms an important step in strengthening Saba’s readiness for … Read More
MVO staff members Venus Bass (Seismic Technician) and Arvid Ramdeane (Scientific Software Engineer) recently travelled to Austin, Texas to participate in the first North America SeisComP Users and Training Meeting, held from November 4–7, 2025. They attended alongside UWI-SRC representatives Nisha Nath (Chief Research Technician) and Hannah Ramsingh-Reddock (Research Technician). Hosted by TexNet in partnership … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) is proud to announce the awardees of the 2025 Creative Writing Competition. This year’s theme, “The Soufrière Hills Volcano: Untold Chapters,” invited writers across the island to share true stories, personal memories, and community experiences connected to the Soufrière Hills Volcano. The response was overwhelming, with more than 70 entries … Read More
