4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes New York City Area
An earthquake rattled the densely populated New York City metropolitan area on Friday morning, according to the US Geological Survey, prompting widespread reports of tremors across the eastern seaboard, a phenomenon relatively uncommon for the region.
The preliminary data from the government agency indicated an earthquake measuring approximately 4.8 in magnitude, with initial reports placing the epicenter near Lebanon, New Jersey, later shifting to areas near Tewksbury and Whitehouse Station, all within a 10-mile radius in Hunterdon County.
Residents in Connecticut and Massachusetts reported feeling the earthquake, with Boston experiencing noticeable tremors, and inhabitants of Philadelphia also reporting its effects. The reverberations extended over 200 miles to the New Hampshire border, lasting several seconds.
Despite the earthquake, New York City’s fire department stated there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. However, city residents found themselves surprised and slightly shaken by the unexpected occurrence, sensing mild building vibrations lasting several seconds while at work or home in high-rises.
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