Montserrat Volcano Acting Up

If you've always wanted to see a volcano in action -- complete with lava and pyroclastic flows -- it's time to pack your bags for Montserrat. The island's Soufriere Hills Volcano has been increasingly active in recent weeks, and while some visitors may shy away from a visit for that reason, others are flocking to Montserrat for a closeup look at this incredible force of nature.

"Our island is still welcoming visitors in spite of the volcano’s increased activity," said Montserrat tourism director Ernestine Cassell. "As a matter of fact, many visitors currently on island are making use of the opportunity to go volcano viewing, especially at night."

Ash fall has caused some sections of the island to be closed off, and previous eruptions resulted in the burial of Montserrat's former capital and the declaration of large swaths of the 39-square-mile island as an exclusion zone. Cassell said government officials are "taking all the necessary precautions to ensure that each and every one of our residents and visitors are safe and kept informed as the situation continues to develop."

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