East Coast Earthquake

SOURCE apnews.com
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8 shook parts of the East Coast, centered near Whitehouse Station, New Jersey. It was felt by more than 42 million people with no immediate reports of serious damage. Officials checked infrastructure and train services were affected. The earthquake interrupted a UN briefing and caused minor disruptions across New York City.

Key Points

  • Preliminary magnitude of 4.8 centered near Whitehouse Station, New Jersey
  • Felt by more than 42 million people across a wide area
  • No major life safety or infrastructure issues reported in New York City
  • East Coast earthquakes can spread energy across far distances due to rock structure

Pros

  • No immediate reports of serious damage
  • Alerts and precautions were taken to ensure safety

Cons

  • Disruption to train services and infrastructure checks
  • Minor disturbances and interruptions in New York City