4.8 Magnitude Earthquake in Northern New Jersey

The strongest earthquake since 1884 occurred near Lebanon, New Jersey at 10:23 a.m., Friday, April 5, 2024. The earthquake was 4.8 magnitude in strength. It was felt in Philadelphia, New York City, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Long Island and New Jersey.  A relatively strong aftershock of 3.8 magnitude occurred near Califon, New Jersey at 5:59 p.m. on April 5, 2024.  Last night and today there were several weaker aftershocks. An aftershock of 2.5 magnitude was registered near Gladstone, New Jersey at 2:46 a.m. today, April 6, 2024. More activity is possible along the Ramapo fault in the coming months.   

George Wright is a Certified Consulting Meteorologist for Wright Weather Consulting, LLC. Visit our website at WrightWeather.com. Follow George Wright on Twitter @gwweather.