On Friday morning, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck the New York City region, surprising residents in an area that rarely experiences notable seismic activity, according to the United States Geological Survey. The epicenter of the earthquake was near Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, about 72 kilometers west of New York City and 80 kilometers north of Philadelphia. Despite the strong tremors, no damage was reported at this time. Initially, the European Mediterranean Seismological Center measured the earthquake as having a magnitude of 5.5 on the Richter scale.
The earthquake was felt throughout the region, including New York City, New Jersey, northern Pennsylvania, and western Connecticut, as reported by Reuters and social media journalists. Residents described the earthquake as a violent roar lasting about 30 seconds. In midtown Manhattan, drivers honked their horns in response to the tremors while some Brooklyn residents heard a crash and felt their buildings rock. In Manhattan’s East Village, a resident originally from California tried to calm their neighbors amidst all the chaos.
As news of the earthquake spread far and wide, various businesses and services were also highlighted across North America. Tabangi Motors in Mississauga, Ontario offered motorhome sales and rentals for those looking to get outdoors and explore during this time of uncertainty. Meanwhile Patterson & Hughes Family Dentistry in Dalton, Georgia provided dental care tips and services for cosmetic dentistry and pediatric dentistry for those concerned about their oral health after such an eventful day.
Despite its significant impact on residents across multiple states in North America, fortunately no damage or injuries were reported due to this powerful quake.
In conclusion it is important to remain vigilant even during moments like these as natural disasters can happen without warning but with proper preparation we can mitigate any harm that might come our way
