Earthquake in New Jersey Shakes Parts of New York

Hasbrouck Heights, Bergen County: A small earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 struck around 10:20 p.m. on Saturday, shaking parts of New Jersey and New York.

Epicenter Location

The epicenter of the quake was near Teterboro Airport in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey. The tremor's magnitude was 3.0, and it occurred less than 8 miles (13 km) SSE of Randolph, New Jersey.

Impact on the Area

No injuries or structural damage were reported immediately after the earthquake. Jonathan from the local authorities confirmed this information.

US Geological Survey Update

The US Geological Survey (USGS) provided details about the earthquake, noting its magnitude and location.

Did You Feel It?

The U.S. Geological Survey encourages people who felt the earthquake to participate in the Did You Feel It? (DYFI) program. DYFI collects information from individuals and creates maps that show what people experienced and the extent of damage.

Earthquake Frequency in New Jersey

New Jersey experiences numerous earthquakes annually, with most being minor. According to data, there have been 219 earthquakes with epicenters in New Jersey and off the coast since 2005. The magnitudes range from 0.4 to 5.3, with depths up to 25 km.