Minor Earthquake Shakes Montserrat

Residents across Montserrat felt a noticeable tremor on Saturday night. The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) confirmed a volcano-tectonic earthquake occurred near the Soufrière Hills Volcano.

"This seismic event falls well within the normal range of activity. Our monitoring systems show no significant changes in volcanic behavior."

— Dr. Karen Pascal, Acting Director, MVO

The earthquake was felt in several areas around the island. Residents described a brief but distinct shaking sensation. While unsettling, the MVO maintains extensive monitoring networks including seismic stations, gas monitoring, and ground deformation sensors.

The Soufrière Hills Volcano has been actively monitored since its devastating eruptions in the 1990s. The MVO has maintained world-class surveillance systems since then to ensure early warning of any significant changes.

Source: ZJB Radio Montserrat