New Jersey Earthquakes on the Rise – Could More Shaking Be Coming?
New Jersey Earthquakes on the Rise – Could More Shaking Be Coming?
Guess what? New Jersey has been shaking like a bowl of jelly lately! If you felt those weird tremors in Bergen and Morris counties, a smart earthquake professor says we might get MORE shaking soon.
Here’s the scoop:
- A geology expert from Rutgers University says NJ is in a special 40-year cycle where earthquakes happen more often
- We’ve already had more quakes than normal this year
- The next one could come any time
Why Is This Happening?
Professor Alexander Gates who is earthquakes says there are hidden cracks in the ground and we called faults under New Jersey. These faults have been quiet for years and years, but now they’re waking up!
Fun Fact: Did you know New Jersey sits between two big earthquake zones? That’s why People of NJ sometimes feel shakes from New York and Pennsylvania too!
What Does This Mean For You?
Don’t panic! Most NJ earthquakes are too small to cause damage. But you might:
- Hear a loud BOOM (like a truck hitting your house)
- Feel a quick shake (like someone bumped your chair)
- See water in pools or lakes wiggle
What Should You Do?
If you feel shaking:
- Don’t run – you might fall
- Drop, Cover, and Hold On under a table
- Wait until the shaking stops
The Bottom Line
New Jersey isn’t becoming California, but we might feel more little shakes this year. The good news? Scientists are watching closely to keep us safe!
