Did New Jersey just have another earthquake?
Numerous New Jersey residents took to social media early Friday afternoon, reporting loud booms, rattling and shaking and wondering whether they were experiencing an earthquake.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey’s earthquake map, a magnitude 2.4 earthquake occurred near Paramus just after 1 p.m.
Residents’ reactions to the reported shaking, which have been posted on Reddit and X, came in from several towns in North Jersey including New Milford, Emerson and Paramus.
“Crazy rumbling just occurred in my area. Maybe an earthquake. North Jersey,” posted one user on X with numerous other posts echoing their statement.
This quake comes about nine months after the 4.8 magnitude earthquake that rocked the state last April.
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On Friday, residents in Bergen County, New Jersey were startled by reports of an earthquake in the area. The earthquake, which was measured at a magnitude of 2.5, struck in the early morning hours and was felt by many in the surrounding towns.
While earthquakes are not common in this region, the occurrence serves as a reminder that natural disasters can happen anywhere. Residents are urged to stay informed and prepared in case of future seismic activity.
If you felt the earthquake or have any information to share, please comment below. Stay safe, Bergen County!
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