**Magnitude 2.2 Earthquake Shakes New York and New Jersey** Early Friday morning, a magnitude 2.2 earthquake shook parts of New York and New Jersey. The quake was centered 124 miles east-northeast of West Seneca, New York, and occurred at a depth of 186 miles around 6:15 am, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). This is the third earthquake in the past 7 days, and the fourth in the past 30 days, to hit the region with a magnitude of 1.5 or greater. Last year, a magnitude 2.2 earthquake rattled the area, while a magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck Adams, New York. Although the earthquake was relatively minor, it was felt by residents in several counties, including Erie, Wyoming, Genesee, and Livingston in New York, and Essex and Bergen in New Jersey. No damage or injuries have been reported at this time. The USGS recommends that residents take precautions to prepare for future earthquakes, such as having an emergency plan and preparing an emergency kit. For more information on earthquake preparedness, visit the USGS website at https://www.usgs.gov/natural-hazards/earthquake-hazards.
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**Magnitude 2.2 Earthquake Shakes New York and New Jersey** Early Friday morning, a magnitude 2.2 earthquake shook parts of New York and New Jersey. The quake was centered 124 miles east-northeast of West Seneca, New York, and occurred at a depth of 186 miles around 6:15 am, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). This is the third earthquake in the past 7 days, and the fourth in the past 30 days, to hit the region with a magnitude of 1.5 or greater. Last year, a magnitude 2.2 earthquake rattled the area, while a magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck Adams, New York. Although the earthquake was relatively minor, it was felt by residents in several counties, including Erie, Wyoming, Genesee, and Livingston in New York, and Essex and Bergen in New Jersey. No damage or injuries have been reported at this time. The USGS recommends that residents take precautions to prepare for future earthquakes, such as having an emergency plan and preparing an emergency kit. For more information on earthquake preparedness, visit the USGS website at https://www.usgs.gov/natural-hazards/earthquake-hazards.
**4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Northeast, No Major Damage Reported** **Whitehouse Station, New Jersey** - A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck 7 kilometers north-northeast of Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, on Friday morning. The earthquake occurred at 10:23 AM EST. The earthquake was felt across parts of the Northeast, including New York City, Philadelphia, and Boston. Buildings swayed and people reported feeling the ground shaking. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), there were six earthquakes below magnitude 2.0 and three earthquakes of magnitude 2.0 or above in New Jersey in 2015. There have been no reports of life-threatening injuries or major damage. However, some buildings in New York City experienced minor damage, such as cracked walls and broken windows. Cities along the East Coast are currently assessing the impact of the earthquake. Emergency services are on standby in case of any further incidents. Experts say that earthquakes are rare in the Northeast, but they are not uncommon. In 2011, a 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck Virginia, causing widespread damage. Residents are advised to stay informed about the situation and to follow any instructions from local authorities.
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WEB 1 year ago 17 magnitude 5 km depth Lake Telemark New Jersey United States 1 year ago 23 magnitude 5 km depth Morris Plains New Jersey. The United States Geological Survey confirmed on Friday that a 22 magnitude earthquake shook parts of Hunterdon County on. WEB A magnitude-23 earthquake struck parts of northern New Jersey Tuesday evening according to the US. Two earthquakes rumbled in New Jersey Tuesday evening leaving some residents shaken up. WEB MORRIS COUNTY New Jersey WABC -- A pair of earthquakes hit northern New Jersey Tuesday evening according to the US..
**Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Rattles New York and New Jersey** Early Friday morning, a significant earthquake jolted parts of New York and New Jersey. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude 4.8 temblor that originated in Lebanon, New Jersey, around 5 miles east of the town. The quake sent shockwaves across the region, shaking buildings in New York City and triggering widespread tremors in Westchester County, New York. Damage assessments are currently underway across New Jersey. According to the USGS, over 42 million people may have felt the midmorning quake, which had a preliminary magnitude of 4.8. The epicenter was located in Tewksbury, New Jersey, approximately 40 miles west of New York City. The earthquake was the strongest to hit the New York City area in 140 years. It is rare to experience earthquakes in the US Northeast, making this event particularly noteworthy. The USGS reported several smaller earthquakes in the region over the past three years, including a 2.1 magnitude quake in Milford, New Jersey, and a 2.4 magnitude event in Tuckerton, New Jersey. Residents in affected areas are advised to monitor for further seismic activity and follow instructions from local officials. Damage assessments and ongoing investigations will provide additional information on the impact of the earthquake.
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