Is the Big One Possible?

New York's Earthquake Risk

Updated: Tuesday, 03 Feb 2009, 8:51 PM EST
Published : Tuesday, 03 Feb 2009, 8:51 PM EST

MYFOXNY.COM - Every time an earthquake hits the Tristate area -- like the small one that rocked Morris County , N.J., Monday -- it renews talk about the "Big One." Is the New York area vulnerable to a strong earthquake? The answer is actually a bit disturbing: While New York and New Jersey don't have a ton of seismic activity, even a moderately strong quake could do serious damage in urban areas. Watch Harry Martin's report.

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