USGS Confirmed Hasbrouck Heights Epicenter of Saturdays Magnitude 3.0 Earthquake

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – as previously reported , a rare seismic event rattled northern New Jersey on Saturday night, August 2, when a magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck near Hasbrouck Heights, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 10:22 p.m., was shallow in depth, making the tremors widely felt across Bergen County, New York City, and even parts of Westchester and Rockland County in upstate New York.

📍 Epicenter in Hasbrouck Heights

The USGS confirmed the epicenter was located directly in Hasbrouck Heights, with a depth of 0 kilometers, classifying it as a shallow earthquake. Shallow quakes often generate stronger ground vibrations, which can be more noticeable, even with a lower magnitude.

Locals reported a loud crashing sound followed by noticeable shaking. Within minutes, residents were outside their homes, uncertain of what had just occurred.

🚨 Emergency Response and Assessment

The Hasbrouck Heights Police Department received numerous calls shortly after the tremor. According to officials, even patrol officers themselves felt the shaking while on duty. Emergency responders from the Fire Department, Office of Emergency Management, and the Mayor’s Office were swiftly mobilized to assess potential damage across the borough.

Fortunately, the assessment found no reported injuries and no structural damage to homes, businesses, or infrastructure.

“We would like to thank our residents for remaining calm during this incident,” said Lieutenant Jeffrey Werner, Officer in Charge of the Hasbrouck Heights Police Department. “Their patience allowed our communications center and patrol division to function smoothly while continuing to serve and protect. It’s another example of the strong working relationship we have with our community.”

🌍 Tremor Felt Beyond NJ

While the epicenter was in Bergen County, reports of the shaking extended into neighboring areas, including Harrison, East Orange, and several parts of New York City. Some residents in Staten Island and Astoria, Queens, also shared their experiences of feeling a jolt or hearing a “boom” during the quake.

🔍 A Rare But Not Unheard-Of Event

Although earthquakes in New Jersey are rare, they do happen from time to time. A magnitude 3.0 quake is considered minor but can still cause concern—especially when it strikes close to the surface, as this one did.

Local officials and the Bergen County Office of Emergency Management continue to monitor the situation, but no further aftershocks or concerns have been reported.

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