Update on the earthquake felt in the area this morning
The City of Perth Amboy Office of Emergency Management is aware of the earthquake felt by many residents this morning. The Office of Emergency Management is monitoring the seismic activity in the area, and we will continue to update residents as information is received.
Current Update:
Date/Time: April 5, 2024 10:46 am
Following the initial earthquake warning, further assessments have confirmed that there is no expected impact to Perth Amboy. The seismic activity detected near the area has been evaluated, and current data indicates no immediate threat to the city or its residents.
Residents are advised to remain calm and return to their daily activities.
The Perth Amboy Office of Emergency Management will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary.
Instructions:
If you see any damage related to the earthquake, please call the police department on the non-emergency number at 732-442-4400. If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
Address/Location
Perth Amboy OEM
365 New Brunswick Ave
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 732-442-4400
City of Perth Amboy
Office of Emergency Management
732-442-4400
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP PAOEM followed by your message, to 888777
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Minor - Minimal to no known threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Past - Responsive action is no longer required
- Certainty:
- Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
- Category:
- Geophysical (inc. landslide)
- Event:
- Earthquake