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A 4.8 magnitude temblor gently shook New York City this morning at 10:23 a.m. and was felt as far away as Boston and Philadelphia. No damage was reported. Mayor Eric Adams said he didn’t even feel it.
“I didn’t feel it, my security detail brought it to my attention,” he said.
“New Yorkers should go about their normal day,” he added. “First responders are working to make sure the city is safe.”
Adams also told residents to expect aftershocks.
“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 any doorway,” Adams said during the news conference.
The kids are probably disappointed that the quake wasn’t severe enough to cancel classes.
“At this time, there is no indication that our buildings were compromised, and our facilities staff are quickly and thoroughly inspecting buildings to ensure safety,” school system spokesperson Nathaniel Styer said on X. “The safest place for our kids right now is in our schools, schools are operating as normal.”
The Empire State Building had a little fun with the quake.
I AM FINE— Empire State Building (@EmpireStateBldg) April 5, 2024
Some people had fun right back.
We want a shaking light display tonight to commemorate this.
