An earthquake rattled the northeastern United States on Friday morning, but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
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According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the 4.8 magnitude quake was centered 7 kilometers north of Whitehouse Station, N.J., about 50 miles west of New York City, at a depth of 4.7 kilometers.
It could be felt as far as south as Washington, D.C., and as far north as Boston.
Ground stops were issued at numerous airports including Newark, JFK and BWI Airport in Maryland while crews assessed any potential structural damage.
New Jersey Transit said rail service was subjected to up to 20-minute delays in both directions "due to bridge inspections" following the earthquake.
But there were no service disruptions to Amtrak or the NYC subway system.
“At approximately 10:23 AM, New York City felt the impact of a 4.8 magnitude earthquake. The epicenter was in Lebanon, New Jersey, about 50 miles from New York City," New York City Mayor Eric Adams said in a statement.
"Our first responders are working to make sure New Yorkers are safe, and at this point, we do not have any reports of major impacts or injuries.
“I encourage all New Yorkers to check on your loved ones, and if you feel an aftershock, drop to the floor, cover your head and neck, and take cover under a solid piece of furniture, next to an interior wall or in a doorway.
"So far no major life safety issues reported, no reported infrastructure issues, but we will continue our inspections of critical infrastructure.â€
New York Governor Kathy Hochul said that her team was continuing to assess critical infrastructure, including roads and bridges, for any potential damage.
Hochul said she had been in touch with the White House, and that a representative with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security who had reached out told her that he felt the earthquake in Baltimore.
"It's been a fairly unsettling day to say the least," Hochul said.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy said that his office activated the state's emergency operations center to assess any potential damage.
"Please do not call 911 unless you have an actual emergency," Murphy added. ■