A 2.4-magnitude earthquake struck in Bergen County, New Jersey, at 1:02 PM ET, with tremors felt in parts of New York, including the Bronx and Yonkers. Residents reported sensations reminiscent of a car hitting their homes and described a humming sound. The quake, occurring near the Ramapo Fault line, had a depth of under five miles, suggesting potential for more significant damage in shallower quakes. Emergency officials noted no serious damage occurred, although reports of light shaking were widespread, reflecting the fault's historical activity and risk of larger seismic events.
‘Saddle River Road... my whole building shook,’ a Redditor shared, illustrating the intensity of the earthquake felt by many in the region.
Bergen County's Office of Emergency Management stated: 'No reports of serious damage have been reported at this time. We will continue to monitor this situation and issue further alerts as warranted.'
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