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After The Quake: All NY State Agencies To Review Infrastructure, Assess Potential For Damage
All state agencies in New York will review critical infrastructure and assess the potential for damage following an earthquake and multiple aftershocks. Gov. Kathy Hochul made that announcement as the US Geological Survey has detected at least 25 aftershocks in Central New Jersey, many of which have been felt in New York and across the region, following the original 4.8 magnitude quake at 10:23 a.m. Friday, April 5. “My top priority is keeping people safe, and I have directed state personnel to take all necessary precautions following yesterday's historic earthquake,” Hochul said. “At…
North Hunterdon, NJ
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23 Small Aftershocks Reported By USGS In 23 Hours After New Jersey Earthquake
The USGS is reporting 23 aftershocks in the 23 hours since the New Jersey earthquake that rattled the Northeast. The initial earthquake had a magnitude of 4.8 and was reported in Whitehouse Station at 10:23 a.m. Friday, April 5. Tremors were felt by more than four million people from Maryland to New Hampshire. The first aftershock was reported just under an hour later at 11:20 a.m. 6 km NNE of Whitehouse Station with a magnitude of 2.0. The largest aftershock had a 4.0 magnitude and happened just before 6 p.m. Friday, April 5. Most of the aftershocks were not notable, with magnitudes …
Lower Merion-Narberth, PA
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PA Dad's Vasectomy Interrupted By Earthquake
To get your first question out of the way: Everything turned out fine. Justin Allen, of Horsham, PA was mid-vasectomy when the room began rattling on Friday, April 5. Justin Allen was in a vasectomy when the room began shaking Friday, April 5. Jallen_Town X At the time, he thought it was just a train going by, but the doctor knew better and "put the tools down," The Guardian reports. As most of us know, it was a 4.8 magnitude earthquake with an epicenter of Lebanon, NJ that Allen and the doctor both felt. The procedure was resumed after the shaking stopped, and Allen told The Guardian…
Greenwich, CT
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Cracks Discovered At School In Greenwich After 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake: Report
Cracks were discovered at a school in Fairfield County after a 4.8 magnitude earthquake was felt throughout the Northeast, according to a new report. Click here for a new, updated story: School In Greenwich Reopens After Cracks Found Following Earthquake Central Middle School in Greenwich was evacuated and moved to Greenwich High School after the cracks developed following the quake, which happened around 10:23 a.m. on Friday, April 5, according to NBC Connecticut. Engineers will conduct a further inspection over the weekend, the report said. Click here to read the NBC Connecticut …
North Hunterdon, NJ
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4.0 Magnitude Aftershock Rattles Northeast
Did you feel it? Less than eight hours after a 4.8 magnitude earthquake was confirmed by the USGS in New Jersey, more shaking was felt as far as Philadelphia and Long Island just before 6 p.m. for 10 or 15 seconds. New Jersey just experienced an aftershock.Please follow the emergency guidance below and avoid calling 911 unless you have an actual emergency. https://t.co/OEcBokISaH — Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) April 5, 2024 The shaking was confirmed to be an aftershock, with a magnitude of 4.0 three miles from Bedminster at 5:59 p.m. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that happe…
Monroe, NY
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Orange County Earthquake Update: No Injuries, Damage Reported, Officials Say
Officials in Orange County say all is well after a 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook the region Friday morning, April 5. Original report: 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits New York, Northeast The US Geological Survey said the quake occurred at 10:23 a.m., measured a 4.8 on the Richter scale, and had a depth of 0.62 miles. It reportedly originated in Hunterdon County, New Jersey about 60 miles west of midtown Manhattan. County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus said Orange County Emergency Services is in contact with the New York State and local municipalities, and damage assessments are…
Kingston, NY
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Ulster/Sullivan County Earthquake Update: No Injuries, Damages Reported
People across the region are abuzz about the 4.8 magnitude earthquake that shook both Ulster and Sullivan counties on Friday morning, April 5. 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits New York, Northeast The US Geological Survey said the quake, which occurred at 10:23 a.m., said the quake had a depth of 0.62 miles. It reportedly originated in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, about 60 miles west of midtown Manhattan. Following the news, Ulster County officials said residents' safety "is our top priority, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available." In Sullivan County…
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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Morris County Closes Offices After Gas Leak Caused By Earthquake
Morris County government offices in Morristown are closed for the remainder of Friday, April 5 following the 4.8 earthquake that shook up New Jersey this morning. The decision to close was made as a result of a gas leak in the Administration/Hall of Records building at 10 Court St., which forced an evacuation, Morris County Government said on Facebook. All essential staff and all emergency response personnel are working, Morris County said.
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Dutchess Earthquake Update: No Injuries, Damage Reported In County
This morning, the effects of a 4.8-magnitude earthquake originating in New Jersey were felt across the Hudson Valley and beyond, including in Dutchess County. Original report: 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits New York, Northeast At this time, no injuries or damage throughout the county have been reported to the 911 Communications Center. Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino said. Serino said Dutchess County Emergency Response is monitoring the situation and has been in contact with state and federal authorities and communicating with local municipalities. The Dutchess Count…
Massapequa, NY
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New Earthquake Update: Shaking Felt Across Long Island, 'No Major Incidents'
The shaking from a 4.8 magnitude earthquake that hit New York and most of the Northeast was felt throughout Long Island. Earlier report - 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits New York, Northeast Long Islanders were in for a shock when, at 10:23 a.m. on Friday, April 5, many felt the waves of the quake that originated in Hunterdon County, New Jersey in the borough of Lebanon, according to the US Geological Survey. Suffolk County Executive Edward Romaine confirmed just before noon that “no major incidents” were recorded in the county following the quake; similarly, Nassau County Executive …
Stamford, CT
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'Pictures Began Shaking On Walls': CT Residents Share Earthquake Reactions
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake on the Richter scale centered in New Jersey could be felt all over Connecticut, according to officials and residents. See related: 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits New York, Connecticut, Northeast According to the US Geological Survey, the quake, which occurred at 10:23 a.m. on Friday, April 5, was centered in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, in the borough of Lebanon, about 60 miles west of midtown Manhattan. Fairfield County resident Ashley Garrison, of Easton, said her pictures began shaking on her walls, and she ran outside, where the ground was shakin…
Newark, NJ
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Ground Stop Issued For Newark Airport Following Earthquake
Departures at Newark International Airport are grounded following a 4.8 earthquake that hit New Jersey on Friday, April 5. The order was issued by the Federal Aviation Administration at 11:05 a.m. and runs until 12:30 p.m. for departing flights. AirTran service at the airport is also temporarily suspended, though shuttle buses are available at terminals and stations. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the ground stop, which was also issued for John F. Kennedy International Airport, was in case of aftershocks. Arrivals are delayed 45 minutes according to the FAA.
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