The Montserrat Volcano Observatory recently hosted an interactive Emergency Bag Relay with a group of Brownies, combining fun, teamwork, and important preparedness lessons for young participants. The activity challenged the girls to work in small teams to pack emergency bags by selecting items they believed would be useful during an emergency situation. One by one, … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) is encouraging members of the public to complete its “Did You Feel It?” Earthquake Response Questionnaire following the volcano-tectonic earthquake that occurred on Saturday 9 May 2026 at 9:02 PM local time. The questionnaire has been developed to help scientists better understand how the earthquake was experienced across Montserrat and … Read More
Updated Statement Felt volcano-tectonic earthquake May 9 2026
Statement Felt volcano-tectonic earthquake May 9 2026
Between 3 and 13 April 2026, Drs Adam Stinton, Liz Gaunt and Karen Pascal of the Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) visited St Vincent as part of the Ex-X Project. The Ex-X Project is a large, multi-institutional initiative led by the University of Bristol, and involving several UK universities, the UWI Seismic Research Centre, MVO, and … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) is reminding members of the public to observe warning signage posted in the St. George’s Hill area and to avoid going beyond marked boundaries. The sign, which indicates a restricted point, serves as an important notice to prevent access to areas where sensitive monitoring equipment is located. While the surrounding … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) extends its sincere thanks and best wishes to Roderick (Rod) Stewart as he concludes his service with the Observatory. Over many years, Rod has been an integral part of the MVO team, contributing significantly to advancing our understanding of the Soufrière Hills Volcano and strengthening the Observatory’s monitoring and response … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) continues to attract visitors eager to learn about the island’s volcanic landscape and monitoring efforts. In 2025, the Observatory welcomed a total of 2,970 visitors, showcasing strong local and regional interest in volcanic science and educational outreach. Building on this momentum, the first quarter of 2026 has already seen 2,711 … Read More
Since 2024, the Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) has welcomed students from Simon’s Rock as part of their Montserrat Field Course. This collaboration has quickly become a highlight of the students’ visit to the island, combining lectures with hands-on field experiences that bring volcanology and geology to life. This year, students learned about MVO’s work and … Read More
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory recently supported an Access Warden Training Session hosted by the Disaster Management Coordination Agency, reinforcing efforts to strengthen volcanic risk awareness and public safety on island. As part of the training, Dr. Liz Gaunt, Hazard and Risk Specialist at MVO, delivered a presentation on volcanic hazards associated with the Soufrière Hills … Read More
