(CMR) Assessments are underway across New York City and the Tri-State area after a 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook the US East Coast Friday morning, the largest in the area since 1973.
The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed the earthquake occurred near Lebanon, New Jersey, at 10:23 a.m.
According to City Hall, New York City sustained no major impacts from the earthquake, though it was widely felt across the city. There were no immediate reports of damage.
“Our preliminary reports do not indicate major life safety or infrastructure issues from the earthquake. We are performing thorough inspections of critical areas,” Mayor Eric Adams said.
According to ABC News, both Adams and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul warned of the possibility of aftershocks.
According to the forecast, there is roughly a 34% probability of an aftershock less than a 3.0-magnitude in the next day.
“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,” Adams said.
“So far no major life safety issues reported, no reported infrastructure issues, but we will continue our inspections of critical infrastructure,” he added.
As a precaution, area airports were put on ground stops while teams inspected runways for damage. By 11:30 a.m., all airports, except Newark, resumed normal operations.
New Jersey Transit was expected to experience delays in both directions due to bridge inspections.
The Holland Tunnel was temporarily held for inspection but had reopened by 11:15 a.m.
The MTA reported just before 11 a.m. that the New York City subway system was not damaged or disrupted.
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