According to reports, a seismic event has been reported in New Jersey, the impact of which has been felt in New York City.
Reports indicate that people in the city felt the earthquake, with buildings shaking, especially in Manhattan. The tremors lasted for about 15 to 20 seconds.
The United States Geological Survey reports that the earthquake’s epicenter was about 50 miles west of Manhattan in New Jersey, with a magnitude of about 4.8. Residents of New Jersey felt the earthquake more intensely.
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake hit west of Manhattan and has been felt throughout New York.
My team is assessing impacts and any damage that may have occurred, and we will update the public throughout the day.
— Governor Kathy Hochul (@GovKathyHochul) April 5, 2024
While earthquakes are rare in New York City, they do occur occasionally. A similar incident took place in January this year, in which minimal damage was reported.
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The Mayor of New York has said that there is no report of any major impact from this earthquake. However, the rarity of such events in New York City has generated significant interest and local news coverage.
Despite historical records indicating hundreds of recorded earthquakes in New York over the past century, they are generally small and pose minimal risk.
Although the incident is notable due to its location, it is not expected to pose a significant threat to residents. We will continue to monitor and provide updates as needed.
Did New York City just have an earthquake?
— GothamChess (@GothamChess) April 5, 2024
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