Earthquake Shakes Up Bloomfield: 'We Are Aware,' Police Say

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake was detected with an epicenter seven kilometers north northeast of Whitehouse Station in New Jersey, according to the United States Geological Survey, which monitors earthquakes. See Related: Earthquake Rocks NJ, PA, NYC Reports of buildings shaking began about 10:30 a.m. and lasted for approximately 30 seconds. The shaking was felt as far as New York City and Philadelphia, according to reports. "We are aware of an earthquake that just recently occurred," the Bloomfield Police Department stated in the wake of the tremors. "Please do not call...