Montserrat News

3.8 Magnitude Earthquake Reported Near Montserrat

The Seismic Research Centre (SRC) at the University of the West Indies (UWI) has reported an earthquake near Montserrat, with automatic location data.

Restricted Area Around Montserrat’s New Port Construction Site

The Montserrat Port Development Project Team along with the contractor would like to inform swimmers, users of the Little Bay area and the general public that a restriction zone is being implemented around the construction area of the new pier in Little Bay.

Residents of Montserrat Encouraged To Participate In UNFPA Population And Policy...

Persons living on Montserrat have the opportunity to participate and benefit from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)  e-learning course on population dynamics and policy, beginning 1st May, 2024.

MVO Weekly Report for the Period 29 March to 05 April 2024

Activity at the Soufrière Hills Volcano remains low. The seismic network recorded eight volcano-tectonic earthquakes this week.

Montserrat and Other Caribbean Islands Prepare for Partial Solar Eclipse on...

On April 8th, as North America gears up for a total solar eclipse passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada, Montserrat and several other Caribbean islands anticipate a partial solar eclipse, offering a unique astronomical experience for residents across the region.

UNDP Official Commits 50k To Supporting Montserrat’s Digital Transformation Efforts During...

Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, Ms Limya Eltayeb presented her credentials to the Premier, Hon. Joseph E. Farrell during a courtesy call to the Office of the Premier on Wednesday, 3rd April.

Montserratians Excel in Accident Investigation Course

In a remarkable achievement, Mr. Anderson Kirnon representing the John A. Osborne Airport and Ms. Khalah Ryan from the Montserrat Port Authority have successfully completed the Fundamentals in Accident Investigation course at Cranfield University.

Montserrat’s Ministry Of Health Commissions Enclosure For New CT Scanner

The Ministry of Health & Social Services within the Government has commissioned the enclosure for Montserrat’s first-ever Computed Tomography (CT) Scanner.

Chickenpox Identified on Montserrat

The Ministry of Health and Social Services in Montserrat is issuing a public health advisory in response to a recent increase in cases of chickenpox on island. Chickenpox is a highly contagious viral infection caused by the Varicella-Zoster virus which typically manifests with symptoms to include fever, “flu-like” symptoms, fatigue and an itchy rash of blister-like bumps covering the body.

St. Luke LeBlanc Represents Montserrat in SDG 7 Youth Constituency

In a significant development for Montserrat’s representation on the global stage, Mr. St. Luke LeBlanc, the recently sworn-in Premier and Minister of Finance & Economic Management in the National Youth Parliament, has been appointed as a new member of the SDG 7 Youth Constituency.