On Friday, New York City and neighboring New Jersey were shaken by a mild earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.8, according to the United States Geological Survey (U.S.G.S). Despite the relatively strong magnitude, there were no immediate reports of injuries or significant damage resulting from the seismic event.
Residents in both areas felt the tremors, with buildings shaking and cupboard doors rattling, as reported by an A.F.P correspondent. During the earthquake, a Security Council meeting at the United Nations headquarters in New York City was briefly interrupted.
While the earthquake caused a momentary disruption, there were no reports of structural damage to buildings or infrastructure in the affected areas. Emergency services and authorities remain vigilant, monitoring the situation closely and ready to respond to any aftershocks or related incidents.
Residents in Brooklyn felt buildings shake, cupboards rattle, reported an A.F.P correspondent during the tremors.
The earthquake briefly paused a Security Council meeting on Gaza’s situation at the United Nations headquarters. During the meeting, Save the Children representative Janti Soeripto questioned the tremor’s occurrence in New York City. Soeripto’s remark, “Is that an earthquake?” echoed concerns as the room momentarily felt the seismic impact. The seismic event underscores the region’s susceptibility to occasional tremors, reminding residents to remain vigilant.
Reports of the earthquake’s effects quickly spread on social media platforms, with users from Philadelphia to New York and along Long Island sharing their experiences.
Amidst the tremors, the iconic Empire State Building took to Twitter to reassure the public, affirming its structural integrity with a simple message: “I AM FINE.”
This communication from the Empire State Building provided reassurance to residents and visitors alike, alleviating concerns about potential damage to the landmark.
The earthquake serves as a reminder of the region’s susceptibility to seismic activity, albeit infrequent. Authorities continue to monitor the situation, urging residents to remain vigilant and prepared for any potential aftershocks.
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