he Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) is pleased to welcome Mrs. Tazia Darroux to the team as its new Finance Officer. Mrs. Darroux holds a Bachelor of Science in Financial Management and brings more than 10 years of professional experience in administration and accounting to her new role. As Finance Officer, Mrs. Darroux will contribute to … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) recently participated in the final workshop of the FEVER Project (Forecasting Eruptions at Volcanoes after Extended Repose), a Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)-funded research initiative led by Dr Chris Kilburn of University College London (UCL). FEVER was established as a partnership between UCL, the University of Portsmouth (UoP), the Vesuvius … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) has recently upgraded its directional signage both leading to to the facility and throughout the compound as part of ongoing efforts to improve the visitor experience. The new signage is designed to make it easier for members of the public, schools, community groups, and visitors to locate the Observatory, navigate … Read More
A recent scientific publication arising from the ReSET project highlights new research into the subsurface of Soufrière Hills Volcano. The study is the result of collaboration between the Montserrat Volcano Observatory and international research partners, building on the long-term monitoring and scientific research carried out on Soufrière Hills Volcano. The publication adds to the ongoing … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) is undertaking an important initiative to preserve and improve access to its extensive photographic archives, which document decades of volcanic activity, scientific monitoring, and life in Montserrat during one of the most significant periods in the island’s history. The collection contains thousands of photographs that capture the evolution of the … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) recently bid farewell to Software Engineer Arvid Ramdeane as he concluded his tenure with the organisation. During his time at MVO, Arvid played an important role in supporting the Observatory’s monitoring, research and operational activities through his expertise in software development and technical systems. His work contributed to strengthening the … Read More
Understood. The boat survey happened first, and the software analysis/training and Commissioner’s presentation happened separately afterward. I’d phrase that distinction clearly: The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) recently conducted a boat-based volcanic gas monitoring survey as part of its ongoing efforts to monitor activity at the Soufrière Hills Volcano. The survey was carried out by MVO … Read More
Visitors to the Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) Visitor Centre can once again enjoy the convenience of our touchscreen kiosk, which is now back in operation. The kiosk provides an additional way for visitors to explore information about the Soufrière Hills Volcano and learn more about the work of the MVO. The kiosk offers an engaging … Read More
Getting to know Montserrat means getting to know our volcano. Understanding the Soufrière Hills Volcano and its hazards is key to living and working safely on island. As part of their training programme, a group of new police recruits recently participated in an introductory session on the Soufrière Hills Volcano delivered by Dr Liz Gaunt … Read More
Scientists from the Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) recently assisted a local conservation group by carrying out temperature measurements at a turtle nesting beach on island. Following a request from the conservation group, Dr Liz Guant and Dr Adam Stinton conducted a series of temperature profile measurements across the beach to help better understand the environmental … Read More
