A magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck New Jersey and New York centered around Hasbrouck Heights. This quake was less powerful than last year’s magnitude 4.8 earthquake near Tewksbury, which was significantly stronger and closer to the surface. The region possesses an active fault, the Ramapo Fault. While earthquakes in the Northeast are not common, there were five small earthquakes reported in July, the strongest being a magnitude 2.0. The recent tremor was lightly felt by some residents, including brief swaying in Brooklyn, and the NYC Emergency Management confirmed no major impacts.
Although not often strong enough for most to feel, earthquakes aren't uncommon in the Northeast. An active fault, the Ramapo Fault, runs through New Jersey.
A magnitude 3.0 earthquake not strong enough to cause damage occurred late Saturday night near Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, contrasted with last year's magnitude 4.8 quake.
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