**New Jersey Experiences Magnitude 2.2 Earthquake** **Morris County, NJ** - The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has confirmed that a magnitude 2.2 earthquake occurred in Morris County, New Jersey, on Tuesday night. The quake was centered northeast of Morristown and was felt in parts of New York City as well. According to the USGS, the quake was one of three to hit New Jersey in recent days. In the past 24 hours, there have been no earthquakes of magnitude M15 or greater, while in the past 7 days, there have been no earthquakes, and in the past 30 days, there has been only one earthquake. Residents in the affected area reported hearing a loud boom before feeling the ground shake. Curtis Green of Morris County described the sound as "a big boom." The USGS has an interactive map available online that displays the latest earthquake events in New Jersey, filtered by magnitude, depth, and event type. This map allows users to track earthquake activity in the state and surrounding areas. At this time, there have been no reports of injuries or damage related to the earthquake. The USGS continues to monitor the situation and will provide updates as they become available.
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