5 Minutes AGO: MAJOR Earthquake Strikes New York City
This photo, taken by a man, shows the destruction of a huge earthquake right after it hit New York and New Jersey. The scene was horrific, as dark clouds hovered above, fire consumed the city, and shadows cast over the famous skyline. Rescuers worked desperately to find people trapped under the rubble and searching for their loved ones in the middle of the chaos. What EXACTLY happened there? Tune in and find out the answers with us!
A 4.8-magnitude earthquake hit the Northeast, centering near New Jersey. Though not massive, it's considered one of the most intense quakes to strike the East Coast in a century. It didn't bring the widespread devastation often seen in movies, but it was enough to shock many residents who aren’t used to feeling the ground tremble beneath them.
This quake struck suddenly, waking people up with a start and throwing them into panic. As homes shook, pictures tumbled off walls, dishes rattled ominously on shelves, and chairs slid across floors. The shaking only lasted a few seconds, but it left a day filled with nervous aftershocks and a community shaken to its core.