TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey has gone two weeks without an earthquake, marking a brief pause in the state’s frequent minor seismic activity.
The last recorded earthquake in the state occurred two weeks ago near Paramus, registering a magnitude of 2.4 at a depth of 7 kilometers. Before that, small tremors were recorded in Califon, Gladstone, and Bedminster over the past several months, with magnitudes ranging from 1.5 to 1.9.
Califon has been the most active area in recent months, experiencing multiple quakes, including a 1.9-magnitude event five months ago. The state’s earthquakes are generally minor, causing little to no damage but serving as a reminder of the region’s underlying seismic activity.
While New Jersey is not known for large earthquakes, occasional tremors do occur due to fault lines in the region. The recent quiet period comes after a string of small quakes, particularly in the northern part of the state.
Seismologists continue to monitor activity in the area, though no significant earthquakes have been forecasted.