Hundreds of people reported feeling some weak shaking to the USGS with some as far north as Poughkeepsie and even into some parts of Long Island.
Friday, January 24, 2025 10:28PM
Janice Yu and Lee Goldberg breake down the earthquake that was reported in Paramus, New Jersey.
BERGEN COUNTY, New Jersey (WABC) — A 2.4-magnitude earthquake was detected near Paramus, New Jersey on Friday afternoon.
The earthquake happened just after 1 p.m., according to the United States Geological Survey.
As of 4 p.m., nearly 600 people reported feeling some weak shaking to the USGS with some as far north as Poughkeepsie and even into some parts of Long Island.
WABC-TV Chief Meteorologist Lee Goldberg says the earthquake occurred near the Ramapo Fault:
The Bergen County Office of Emergency Management says there are currently no reports of serious damage and will continue to monitor the situation.
The Glen Rock Police Department also said it has not received any reports of damage and there is no cause for concern.
Last April, a 4.8-magnitude earthquake centered in northern New Jersey startled millions of people but caused no major reports of damage. Subsequent aftershocks from the quake were felt across New York City and the Tri-State area.
WATCH | 4.8 magnitude earthquake and aftershocks rattle NJ, NYC:
Janice Yu has more on Friday’s earthquake and the aftershocks.
You can find more information about Friday’s earthquake on the USGS website.
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Hundreds of people reported feeling some weak shaking to the USGS with some as far north as Poughkeepsie and even into some parts of Long Island.