**Major Earthquake Jolts New York and Surrounding Region** A series of earthquakes, including the largest ever recorded in New York, has shaken the northeastern United States. On Friday, a magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck the New York City area shortly after 10:20 am, rattling buildings and causing widespread panic. The epicenter was located in Old Mystic, Connecticut, just over the border from New York. This was preceded by a magnitude 3.8 earthquake in Buffalo, New York, hours earlier. The Buffalo quake was the largest ever recorded in the city. In New York City, the 4.8 earthquake sent residents rushing into the streets and caused damage to some buildings. The subway system was temporarily suspended, and some flights at Newark Liberty International Airport were delayed. The earthquake was also felt in parts of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts. Geologists say that earthquakes in the northeast US are relatively rare, but they do occur occasionally. The last major earthquake in the region was in 2011, when a magnitude 5.8 quake struck Virginia. Scientists are still investigating the cause of the recent earthquakes, but they believe they may be related to the movement of tectonic plates beneath the surface. Residents in the affected areas are urged to take precautions and follow the instructions of local authorities.
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