![Last Friday, the 4.8-magnitude earthquake shook the tri-state area of New Jersey, sending shockwaves through neighbourhoods.](https://nyguardianmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/NY-Guardian-35-720x480.png)
Earthquake Swarm in New Jersey Triggers USGS Response
Last Friday’s 4.8-magnitude earthquake rattled the tri-state area of New Jersey, sending shockwaves through communities and prompting concerns about potential aftershocks. In response to the seismic activity, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)