LEBANON, N.J. — Residents across the Tri-State reported feeling shaking as an earthquake rocked the region Friday morning.
The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed a magnitude 4.8 earthquake occurred near Whitehouse Station, New Jersey.
New York City just felt the impacts of a 4.8 magnitude earthquake with an epicenter of Lebanon, New Jersey. @NYCMayor is being briefed. While we do not have any reports of major impacts at this time, we’re still assessing the impact.
— NYC Mayor’s Office (@NYCMayorsOffice) April 5, 2024
Our region just experienced an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.7, with an epicenter near Readington in Hunterdon County.
We have activated our State Emergency Operations Center. Please do not call 911 unless you have an actual emergency. https://t.co/Szt5fWyIs9
— Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) April 5, 2024
Authorities have asked residents to remain indoors. Authorities have urged residents to only call 911 for serious injuries or emergencies.
This is a breaking news story. This story will be updated as additional details become available.
