Event Summary

Narrative

Felt in some locations in Manhattan; Referred to as the "Chelsea earthquake"

Description

Hazard Event Type

Other

Critical Issues

Earthquake

Start Time

3/10/1979 12:00 AM

End Time

3/11/1979 12:00 AM

Media Links

There are no media links for this event

Activations

NYCEM Plans Activated

0

Emergency Operation Center

No

Safety

Fatality data reported in the Hazard History Consequence Tool is verified through public media outlets. Sources are included in media links when available.

Injuries

0

Fatalities

0