🌍The earthquake had a magnitude of 4.8 and was centered in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey.
🔔The quake was felt as far as Maryland and Maine, causing strong shaking and rattling.
🔁Several aftershocks have been reported following the initial earthquake.
🌐Earthquakes are less common on the East Coast due to the harder bedrock, allowing seismic waves to travel further.
⚠️This earthquake serves as a reminder of the potential for seismic activity in the Northeastern United States.
Where was the epicenter of the earthquake?
—The epicenter of the earthquake was in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey.
How far was the earthquake felt?
—The earthquake was felt as far as Maryland and Maine.
Was there any significant damage reported?
—Limited damage was reported, with no major power outages or infrastructure failures.
Are aftershocks expected?
—Yes, several aftershocks have been reported following the initial earthquake.
Are earthquakes common on the East Coast?
—Earthquakes are less common on the East Coast compared to the West Coast due to the harder bedrock.
00:16The Northeastern United States was rocked by a rare 4.8 magnitude earthquake centered in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey.
00:33The quake was felt as far as Maryland and Maine, causing strong shaking and rattling.
02:59Limited damage was reported, with no major power outages or infrastructure failures.
04:10Several aftershocks have been reported following the initial earthquake.
06:48Earthquakes are less common on the East Coast compared to the West Coast due to the harder bedrock.
