A 2nd earthquake in 3 days shakes neighborhoods in NJ Dan Alexander Published: August 5, 2025 Map shows epicenter of earthquake in Hillsdale on 8/2/25 (USGS)

HILLSDALE — New Jersey was hit Tuesday with its second earthquake in three days.

The U.S. Geological Survey recorded a magnitude 2.7 earthquake centered in Hillsdale at 12:11 p.m., three days after a magnitude 3.0 struck approximately 12 miles to the south in Hasbrouck Heights.

The Hilldale quake was centered on Viola Place in a neighborhood along the Garden State Parkway, according to the USGS.

Bergenfield mayor Arvin Amatorio on his Facebook page said several residents reported feeling a "quick jolt" or hearing a loud thump at the time of the earthquake. There were no reports of damage or injuries, according to the Dem

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