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Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes New Jersey, shaking felt across Northeast

People felt the earth shake and buildings moved in the New York City area

A view of the skyline of Lower Manhattan is seen during sunrise on March 11, 2024. (Angela Weiss/AFP/Getty Images)

A view of the skyline of Lower Manhattan is seen during sunrise on March 11, 2024. (Angela Weiss/AFP/Getty Images)

New Jersey and New York residents felt the earth move Friday morning as a small earthquake was reported by the U.S. Geological Survey.

The earthquake measured at least 4.8 magnitude, according to USGS. The measurement may change as the earthquake is investigated. 

"A 4.8 magnitude earthquake hit New Jersey and was felt in parts of Pennsylvania," New Jersey Gov. Josh Shapiro said in a statement. "My team

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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a similar statement and said her team "will update the public throughout the day." 

New York City emergency services said residents will receive cell phone alerts Friday morning.  

Several people on social media commented that they felt the earth shake in Manhattan and surrounding areas. 

The Fire Department of New York said there were no initial reports of damage.

This is a developing story and will be updated. The Associated Press contributed to this report. 

Chris Pandolfo is a writer for Fox News Digital. Send tips to chris.pandolfo@fox.com and follow him on Twitter @ChrisCPandolfo.

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