An earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale shook buildings across parts of the Northeast on Friday morning. This seismic event has been identified as the third largest earthquake to hit the region in the past five decades, based on data provided by the US Geological Survey.
The largest earthquake on record in the area was a 5.3 magnitude quake that occurred in Au Sable Forks, New York, back in 2002. The recent 4.8 magnitude earthquake caused noticeable tremors and rattled structures in the affected areas, prompting concerns among residents.
