Earthquake Reported in New Jersey: Did You Feel It?
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Earthquake Reported in New Jersey: Did You Feel It?
Magnitude 1.1 Earthquake Reported in North JerseyCHESTER, NJ — A small earthquake rattled part of North Jersey, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
The magnitude 1.1 quake struck around 3:50 p.m., with its epicenter located nearly 4 miles southwest of Chester on Saturday, the USGS reported.
The earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 7 miles.
There were no immediate reports of injuries or property damage.
Saturday’s earthquake marks at least the seventh quake recorded in New Jersey so far this year.
Morris County also experienced a small earthquake in May. The magnitude 1.8 temblor was centered about 1 mile southeast of Long Valley in Washington Township.
