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2024 - 4 - 5

Breaking News: New York City Shaken by Rare 4.8-Magnitude Earthquake

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In a rare occurrence, New York City and its surrounding regions were jolted by a 4.8-magnitude earthquake, causing buildings to shake and residents to be taken by surprise. The epicenter of the earthquake was reported to be near Hunterdon County, New Jersey, but its effects were felt across the eastern seaboard. The US Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed the seismic activity, with reports of homes rattling in neighboring states like New Jersey.

As the earthquake interrupted daily activities, including a United Nations Security Council meeting, residents described feeling a violent rumble lasting about 30 seconds. Despite the significant magnitude of 4.8, there were fortunately no immediate reports of damage to buildings or infrastructure.

Amidst the earthquake, interesting speculations about potential 'end times' scenarios emerged, linking the seismic activity to other unusual events like an eclipse and a plague of locusts expected to occur this year. These connections add a mysterious and apocalyptic element to the natural phenomenon that shook the New York area.

In a remarkable turn of events, a 4.8-magnitude earthquake managed to rattle the bustling cityscape of New York City and nearby New Jersey, serving as a stark reminder of the unpredictable force of nature. Despite the lack of significant damage, the event stirred discussions about the fragility and resilience of urban infrastructure in the face of unexpected geological events.

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New York region rattled by 4.8-magnitude earthquake (CNA)

NEW YORK: A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck the New York City region on Friday (Apr 5), according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), ...

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Magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits New York City region, USGS says (Reuters.com)

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck near New York City on Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said, shaking buildings and surprising residents in an ...

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New York buildings rattled by rare East Coast earthquake (BBC News)

Residents report shaking homes caused by 4.8-magnitude tremor in neighbouring state of New Jersey.

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4.8 magnitude earthquake rattles NYC, New Jersey: Live updates (Wellsville Daily Reporter)

An earthquake was reported in the New York-New Jersey area around 10:20 a.m. Friday.

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WATCH LIVE: Magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits NJ, rattles entire tri-state (NBC New York)

The epicenter of the earthquake today is in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, USGS says.

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New York City shakes as 4.8 magnitude earthquake hits US north-east (The Guardian)

US Geological survey reported the quake centered near Lebanon, New Jersey and was felt across the eastern seaboard.

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Earthquake rattles New York City, surrounding region today (CBS News)

It happened at approximately 10:20 a.m.. The quake - which the USGS has said was either 4.7 or 4.8 - was centered near Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, 40 miles ...

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New York, New Jersey Earthquake, and Eclipse: End Times? (New York Magazine)

An earthquake, an eclipse, and a plague of locusts are all coming together this year. Is this the end of times?

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New York: Moment earthquake interrupts UN Security Council meeting (BBC News)

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake hit New York and surrounding areas.

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New York earthquake live: Magnitude 4.8 rattles New York and area ... (BBC News)

One resident says the quake felt "like a violent rumble that lasted about 30 seconds or so".

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4.8-magnitude earthquake rattles New York, New Jersey (The Straits Times)

Buildings shook, but there were no immediate reports of damage. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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4.8 magnitude earthquake hits New York City: why it is a rare event ... (The Indian Express)

Unlike the West Coast areas, like California, the East Coast, which includes New York, doesn't sit near the edges of tectonic plates.

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New York earthquakes are rare, felt across broader area: Times ... (Livemint)

New York earthquake news: The earthquake hit near New York city on Friday. Tremors were reportedly felt widely from Washington, DC to New York City to New ...

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New York City's earthquake feels like a blessing, not a curse (Forward)

But on Friday morning, I found myself looking up the bracha, or blessing, for earthquakes: Blessed are You, Lord our God, King of the universe, whose power and ...

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New York and beyond rattled by rare East Coast earthquake (BBC News)

The rare magnitude-4.8 earthquake hit on Friday morning, shaking buildings and throwing objects around homes.

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Earthquake shakes UN security council meeting in New York – video (The Guardian)

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck the New York City region on Friday morning, with shaking experienced during the UN security council meeting.

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New York is shook. But how can an earthquake hit in the middle of a ... (Fortune)

While earthquakes are most common along the fault lines of tectonic plates—of which there are seven major ones in the world—the seismic quakes can actually hit ...

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Waking Up to a New York City Earthquake (The New Yorker)

Sarah Larson writes about the 4.8-magnitude earthquake that struck New York City on April 5, 2024, and locals' reactions to the event.

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New Yorkers mostly unshaken by rare earthquake (BBC News)

It was business as usual in Lower Manhattan after a 4.8 magnitude quake rattled the region. On Friday morning, New Yorkers were all asking each other the ...

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No major earthquake damage reported in New York City (City & State)

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said “New Yorkers should go about their normal day” several hours after a 4.8 magnitude earthquake sent tremors across the ...

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New York Earthquake: Here's how netizens dealt with the ... (Livemint)

Friday's earthquake, according to the US Geological Survey, stands as the third-largest quake ever recorded in the Northeastern United States over the past ...

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Magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits New York City area (The Japan Times)

The quake's epicenter was in Tewksbury in central New Jersey, about 64 kilometers west of New York City.

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'I am still fine': New York rattled by small earthquake, aftershock (The Straits Times)

The tremor was 4.8-magnitude, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Near the epicentre in Lebanon, New Jersey, 50-year-old retail worker ...

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New York City's skyscrapers are built to withstand most earthquakes (NBC New York)

The 4.8 magnitude quake on Friday morning was centered about 45 miles (72 kilometers) west of the city in New Jersey. Aftershocks continued, with a 2.5...

As earthquakes jolt New York, Taiwan within one week ... (Global Times)

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake jolted waters near Hualien in China's Taiwan region on Saturday, just three days after a 7.3-magnitude earthquake jolted the sea ...

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