Earthquake In Nj Jan 11 2023

**Mysterious Seismic Event Rocks Bergen County** **Parsippany, NJ (January 11, 2023)** - At 12:30 pm GMT -5 on Wednesday, a strange and powerful sound shook parts of Bergen County, New Jersey. According to witnesses, a loud sustained rumble shook buildings and startled residents. Unconfirmed reports indicate that the seismic-like event may have originated northwest of Parsippany in Morris County, extending as far south as Newton and Sparta in Sussex County and east to the Palisades in Alpine. The duration of the event is estimated to have been approximately 30 seconds. The New York branch of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) has not yet confirmed the event as an earthquake. However, they are monitoring seismic activity in the area. Officials are urging residents to remain calm and report any further disturbances they may experience. Similar shaking was also reported in South Jersey on Friday afternoon. Residents who may have felt the event are encouraged to share their experiences with the USGS at https://earthquake.usgs.gov/data/dyfi/. Any information gathered will assist in determining the cause and extent of the seismic activity. Authorities are still investigating the situation and will provide updates as they become available.