Earthquake Hits East Coast of the United States
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck the East Coast of the United States near Lebanon, New Jersey. It was the strongest recorded in the Northeast in over a decade, causing buildings to shake but with no major destruction or fatalities reported. Various transportation services were temporarily affected, and officials are conducting inspections to ensure infrastructure safety.
Key Points
- 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Lebanon, New Jersey
- Strongest recorded quake in the Northeast in over a decade
- Temporary ground stops at airports and suspension of transit services for inspections
- Earthquake occurred on a shallow fault system in New Jersey
Pros
- No major destruction or fatalities reported
- Officials conducting inspections to ensure infrastructure safety
Cons
- Minor shaking can still cause damage on the East Coast due to lack of similar earthquake precautions as other regions