⚡️A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck the New York City area, causing widespread shaking.
🌎The earthquake is one of the largest to ever hit the region.
🐶Dogs reacted to the shaking and jumped to attention.
🏢Buildings, including the United Nations, were affected by the earthquake.
🔔Officials warn residents to be on alert for aftershocks and the possibility of a larger earthquake in the future.
What was the magnitude of the earthquake?
—The earthquake had a magnitude of 4.8.
Were there any reports of serious injuries or damage?
—There were no reports of serious injuries or damage.
Did anyone feel the earthquake?
—Many New Yorkers felt the earthquake, with plates and dishes rattling.
Is this earthquake unusual for New York City?
—While earthquakes are not uncommon in the region, this one was considered one of the largest ever felt in the area.
Should residents be concerned about aftershocks?
—Resident should be on alert for aftershocks and be prepared for the possibility of a larger earthquake in the future.
00:00Several areas with new cracks were found, indicating previous damage.
00:04The earthquake sent tremors throughout New York City.
00:09The effects of the earthquake were captured by a camera on the Statue of Liberty.
00:21The earthquake was one of the largest ever felt in the area.
00:31Dogs reacted to the shaking and jumped to attention.
00:54The earthquake briefly interrupted a meeting at the United Nations.
01:56There is a small chance of an even larger earthquake in the months ahead.
02:07No reports of serious injuries or damage were received.
