Montserrat Volcano Observatory


Daily Report
Report for the period 6 p.m. 21 May
to 6 p.m. 22 May 1998


The level of volcanic activity has been low today. 6 volcano-tectonic earthquakes and 2 rockfall signals were recorded between 4 p.m. yesterday and 4 p.m. today.

A long occupation GPS measurement was started today to find out if there has been any movement of Hermitage and White's Yard relative to Harris Lookout in the last few weeks.

Dust levels were low at all sites today.

Residents are reminded that the volcano remains in a potentially active state, and that they should continue listening to Radio Montserrat in case the present quiet situation at the volcano changes suddenly.


Montserrat Volcano Observatory