The earthquake’s impact was centered in New Jersey, but tremors were felt in parts of New York City.
A preliminary 3.0 magnitude earthquake struck northern New Jersey late Saturday, and officials have verified that tremors were felt in areas of New York City.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the earthquake occurred at 10:18 p.m. local time, with its epicenter in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, approximately six miles underground. Although considered a minor event, the seismic activity was potent enough to cause noticeable shaking in several neighboring areas, including sections of Manhattan and the Bronx.
Shortly after the event, New York City Emergency Management (NYCEM) released a statement indicating that it was “monitoring and investigating” the situation.
NYCEM advised in an update on X, “Be prepared for possible aftershocks, which may occur minutes, hours, or even days after the initial quake.” They added that while no immediate protective action was necessary, residents should check for potential hazards.
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As of late Saturday, no injuries or damages had been reported. Officials stated that they are continuing to evaluate the situation in collaboration with emergency partners.
The USGS notes that earthquakes of this size rarely lead to substantial structural damage but can be felt across a large area, particularly in densely populated urban environments like the New York metropolitan area. Residents who experienced shaking were encouraged to inspect their homes or workplaces for displaced objects, fallen debris, or cracks in the walls and foundations.
Saturday’s earthquake happened just days after a significant magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. That deep-sea earthquake, which occurred in the northwestern Pacific on July 30, prompted tsunami warnings and evacuation orders in several Pacific coastal regions, although no major damage was reported.
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