A moderate earthquake, measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale, was felt across the New York metropolitan area on Saturday. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported the tremor, which originated at a depth of 5 kilometers (approximately 3.1 miles).
While earthquakes of this magnitude are unlikely to cause notable structural damage, they can be felt over a considerable distance, especially in densely populated urban environments like new York City. Residents who experienced the shaking were advised by the USGS to check their homes and workplaces for any signs of damage, such as dislodged objects, fallen debris, or cracks in walls and foundations.
This seismic event occured just days after a much larger earthquake, registering a magnitude of 8.8, struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s Far East on July 30. That powerful undersea quake prompted tsunami alerts and evacuations across the pacific Ocean. It also coincided with the awakening of several volcanoes in the region, including one that had been dormant for over five centuries.
The article also mentions that the earthquake off Russia’s coast triggered volcanic activity, with one volcano, previously dormant for over 500 years, erupting.The specific name of this volcano is not provided in the original text.
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