Magnitude 3.0 Earthquake Felt Across Hudson County

A magnitude 3.0 earthquake was recorded near Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, late on August 2, according to preliminary data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The quake occurred at 10:18 p.m. local time, centered at 40.865°N, 74.073°W, with a depth of 10 kilometers.

Residents across Hudson County, including Jersey City and Hoboken, reported feeling brief shaking. Earthquakes in this region are uncommon but not unprecedented, with the most recent significant event being a magnitude 4.8 quake in April 2024.