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(Hillsdale, NJ) — Many people across New Jersey have been asking each other “Did you feel it?” They’re talking about the two recent earthquakes to rattle the state on August 2nd and August 5th. A 3.0-magnitude earthquake struck near Hasbrouck Heights shortly after 10 p.m. on August 2nd. It was felt across much of the tri-state area. Thousands of people submitted reports to the United State Geological Survey’s “Did You Feel It?” system. Most said they felt light shaking or a brief jolt. No damage or injuries were reported.
In addition, just two days later, on August 5th shortly after noon, a 2.7 magnitude quake hit. This time near Hillsdale, New Jersey. This was felt across the lower Hudson Valley, along with parts of New Jersey, New York City and Southwestern Connecticut. Again, no damage or injuries were reported.
Small earthquakes are no strangers to the tri-state. Seismologists say tremors can be felt due to the area’s old, rigid bedrock, which transmits seismic waves. In addition, Roberto Masis, who’s a seismologist from Rutgers University, says these tremors are no cause for concern and they’re just a reminder that there are still many unknown faults.
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For instance, there’s the Ramapo Fault which lies under parts of northern New Jersey. Experts say this doesn’t mean a larger earthquake is around the corner.
Intensity Map From the USGS On Tremors In NY From An Canadian Earthquake From 2020.
The most recent earthquake in the Garden State, besides the two this month, was a 4.8 event on April 5th in 2024. It was centered in Tewksbury Township in the Whitehouse Station area.
