Small earthquake jolts New York and New Jersey residents.
TL;DR
A 2.2 magnitude earthquake hit the New York metropolitan area, causing no damage or injuries. Residents reported feeling a loud rumble and shaking, with some comparing it to a mortar. Earthquakes in the area are relatively uncommon, with the last significant one being a 5.8 magnitude quake in Virginia in 2011.
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