Small NJ aftershock is the 47th since earthquake rocked tri-state area

Emily Rahhal
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This article was edited to reflect the correct number of aftershocks.

NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — A small aftershock in New Jersey Wednesday marks the 47th since a 4.8-magnitude earthquake rocked the tri-state area.

A 2.6-magnitude earthquake hit near Gladstone around 10:22 a.m., according to the United States Geological Survey. Just under 80 people reported feeling the quake with very light shaking, according to the USGS.

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It’s the 47th aftershock to hit the region since a larger earthquake rocked New Jersey and New York on Friday, according to an aftershock map from the USGS. The chance of an aftershock over a magnitude of three is unlikely, according to the USGS.

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Emily Rahhal is a digital reporter from Los Angeles who has covered local news for years. She has been with PIX11 since 2024. See more of her work here and follow her on Twitter.

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