A 3.0 magnitude earthquake struck the New York metropolitan area on Saturday night. The tremor occurred at 10:18 p.m. with its epicenter in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, located less than eight miles west of Central Park. The United States Geological Survey reported the earthquake's depth at approximately 10 kilometers.

There have been no reports of injuries or structural damage following the quake, according to Jonathan Tytell, a geophysicist at the USGS. He described the earthquake as shallow compared to others and noted that it was "substantially less life threatening" than a recent 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia that led to tsunami warnings in the U.S.

The New York City Emergency Management Department stated that it was monitoring the situation but had not received any immediate reports of damage or casualties. Tremors were felt across New York City and Westchester County, prompting residents to take to social media to confirm their experiences. Many initially mistook the shaking for large trucks passing by their homes.

One resident from Brooklyn described the tremor as a brief swaying motion. The Empire State Building reassured the public by posting on X, saying, "I AM FINE."

Tytell mentioned that aftershocks of around 1.0 magnitude could occur in the following days, but he deemed it unlikely that this earthquake was a precursor to a larger event. He also clarified that this quake was not an aftershock of the 4.8 magnitude earthquake that occurred in April 2024 in Tewksbury, New Jersey.

Residents are advised to check for hazards such as moved items, falling debris, or cracks in their homes. The NYC Emergency Management Department encouraged those who felt the shaking to remain vigilant for potential aftershocks.