Earthquake in New Jersey Felt in Centre County

An earthquake Friday morning in New Jersey rattled throughout the northeast, including in Centre County.

The 4.8-magnitude earthquake occurred at about 10:20 a.m. near Lebanon, New Jersey, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, which described the quake as “notable.” The epicenter was about 45 miles south of New York City, where the earthquake shook some buildings.

Rumblings were quickly detected across Pennsylvania, and Centre County 9-1-1 reported on Facebook that it was felt in the Penns Valley and Ferguson Township areas.

Centre County Emergency Management is tracking reports, the agency wrote. Residents should call 9-1-1 only for emergencies.

Several residents replied to the post that they felt the reverberations in areas including Spring Township and Howard.

The earthquake was felt “in parts of Pennsylvania,” Gov. Josh Shapiro wrote on X. His office and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency “are actively monitoring the situation and in contact with counties on any damage.”

USGS maps showed that the quake was observed through New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and New England.

No major damage or injuries have been reported.

While not frequent, Centre County has experienced earthquake tremors from time to time.

In June 2019, light shaking and rumbling in areas including State College after a minor, 3.4-magnitude quake in Juniata County.

A 5.8-magnitude earthquake originating in Virginia rattled buildings in State College in August 2011.