DEVELOPING: New York City Residents Report Feeling Minor Earthquake

By BoroPark24 Staff

UPDATE 12:32PM:

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has confirmed that a 2.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Hillsdale, New Jersey, on Monday afternoon, sending light tremors across parts of NYC and surrounding areas.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE 12:19PM:

Reports are coming in from across New York City of residents feeling what appeared to be a minor earthquake Monday early afternoon.

The tremor, described by locals as a brief shaking or rumble, was felt in several areas, though no injuries or damage have been reported at this time. Social media and community chats quickly filled with messages from people asking if others had experienced the same thing.

As of now, no official confirmation or details have been released by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) or any other geological agency. It remains unclear what the exact magnitude or epicenter may have been, if confirmed.

We will provide updates as more information becomes available.