An earthquake was reported Friday near Paramus in Bergen County, New Jersey. Initial reports from the U.S. Geological Survey indicate a 2.4 magnitude quake hit shortly before 1:30 p.m. The USGS reporting tool shows people experienced "light" to "moderate" effects.

The United States Geological Survey confirms an earthquake happened in New Jersey today. The 2.4 earthquake was centered near Paramus, according to the USGS. The Glen Rock Police Department said it had no reports of damage at this time.

People in New York and New Jersey reported feeling shaking from a small earthquake today. "I thought it was a large truck passing by, but then my neighbors started texting each other, sharing reports via Ring cameras and Bergen County Facebook groups,