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February 20, 2026SHILAP Revista de lepidopterologíaOpen Access

The first seismo-volcanological observatory on Montserrat

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DPD. M. PyleMMMartin MahonyJBJenni Barclay

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Overview

Outlines the creation and evolution of a seismo-volcanological observatory in Montserrat, implying its significance for monitoring volcanic activity.

Key Points

  • The research aims to document the establishment and operations of the first seismo-volcanological observatory on Montserrat.
  • Reconstruction of the decision-making process for establishing the observatory
  • Documentation of personnel involved, including the first female observer
  • Analysis of recorded earthquake shocks and gas emissions from the observatory period
  • The observatory operated from 1936 to 1946, monitoring significant earthquake activities and gas emissions.
  • Minor phreatic explosions were noted during the crisis of the 1930s.
  • Long-term seismic activity and gas emissions highlight persistent volcanic unrest.

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Pyle et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6997f984ad1d9b11b34524f3https://doi.org/10.30909/vol/wmvv2233
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