Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:14pm on 05 Apr 2024,Friday Weather & Environment
A rare earthquake with a magnitude of 4.7 rattled New York City, originating near Lebanon, New Jersey. Although no immediate damage was reported, residents across the densely populated area felt buildings shake. New York Mayor Eric Adams is assessing the situation, with reports of booming sounds and trembling buildings in Brooklyn. The quake's impact extended to Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Connecticut. Governor Kathy Hochul confirms the quake was felt statewide, promising updates on any damage. This event recalls the 2011 East Coast earthquake, the strongest in decades, which caused notable tremors and structural damage.
