A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck near Lebanon, N.J., felt over a wide area including New York City and parts of Pennsylvania and Connecticut. USGS data shows it occurred at a shallow depth of nearly five kilometers, likely resulting in more surface shaking.
The earthquake, though significant for the region, is expected to cause minimal damage and injuries. Comparatively, past ones like the 5.8 event in 2011 in Virginia caused property damage in the $200-$300 million range.
While earthquakes are not rare in the eastern U.S., reaching intense magnitudes like those in the west is uncommon. This event, similar to one in 1884, is significant for the region's seismic activity.
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