Early Friday morning, a magnitude 4.8 earthquake rattled New York and surrounding areas in the United States, originating from Lebanon, New Jersey, approximately 40 miles north of New York City, as reported by CBS News.

The tremors were felt across New York City, leaving many residents startled as their homes shook. The incident was later confirmed to be an earthquake, marking a rare occurrence for the region.

New York Governor Cathy Hochul took to social media platform Micro X to confirm the earthquake's impact, stating that it struck East Manhattan and was felt throughout the state. She reassured residents that authorities were assessing any potential damage resulting from the quake.

Despite the strong tremors, New York City Mayor Eric Adams' spokesman reported no immediate signs of damage within the city. However, precautionary measures were taken as the Holland Tunnel, connecting New York and New Jersey under the Hudson River, was temporarily closed to traffic. Authorities are currently inspecting the tunnel for any possible structural damage caused by the earthquake.

CNN reported that the New York Police Department had not received any reports of damage as of yet, suggesting that the earthquake's impact may have been relatively minor. Nevertheless, the event serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of seismic activity, even in regions not typically associated with earthquakes.