2.4-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes New Jersey, Felt in New York

A 2.4-magnitude earthquake struck near Paramus, New Jersey, on Friday afternoon, with tremors felt as far away as the Bronx and Yonkers in New York. The quake, recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey at 1:02 p.m., had a depth of about 7.7 kilometers and was reported by over 330 residents in the region. Local officials, including Bergen County's Office of Emergency Management, confirmed there were no reports of serious damage. This minor quake follows a more significant 4.8-magnitude earthquake that occurred nine months earlier, which raised concerns about seismic activity in the area. Experts noted that while minor quakes are not uncommon in northern New Jersey, the geology in the East causes seismic events to be felt over a wider area compared to the West Coast. The incident serves as a reminder for residents in regions not typically prone to earthquakes to remain prepared for natural disasters.