Aug 6, 2025
Earthquake Shakes New Jersey & NYC!
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Earthquake Shakes New Jersey & NYC!
New Jersey Earthquake: 134 Aftershocks Shake Region as Scientists Warn of Ongoing Risks
Dozens of New Jersey Earthquake in the weeks following the April 5 magnitude 4.8 earthquake. Read what happened next.
The April 5, 2024, New Jersey earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.8, triggered a series of 134 aftershocks, the largest of which reached 3.7 on the Richter scale. The quake, centered near the Ramapo Fault, was the strongest in the region since 1783 and caused damage in New York City, Newark, and Readington. Researchers from USGS and Rutgers University are studying the aftershocks to understand the seismic risks. Despite the decreasing frequency of aftershocks, the possibility of a new, stronger earthquake remains, necessitating ongoing monitoring and preparedness.