Assessments are underway across New York City and the Tri-State area after an earthquake shook the region Friday morning.
New York City sustained no major impacts from the earthquake, though it was widely felt across the cityStream New York's #1 news - Accuweather - original content 24/7
"Our preliminary reports do not indicate major life safety or infrastructure issues from the earthquake. We are performing thorough inspections of critical areas," Mayor Eric Adams said.The FDNY and NYPD also both said there were no immediate reports of damage, but both agencies are monitoring the situation.U.S.G.S. figures indicated that the quake -- about 45 miles west of New York City -- might have been felt by more than 42 million people.Both Adams and New York Gov.
"I encourage all New Yorkers to check on your loved ones, and 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 in a doorway," Adams said. "So far no major life safety issues reported, no reported infrastructure issues, but we will continue our inspections of critical infrastructure.
Meteorologist Lee Goldberg explains the 4.8 magnitude earthquake that the Tri-State area experienced.Earthquake scale: How they are measured and what the magnitude and intensity scales meanGov. Hochul spoke to Gov. Phil Murphy and they have been in contact with the White House, and state infrastructure is being assessed.
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