Earthquake of 4.8 magnitude shakes Statue of Liberty, day after lightning strikes its torch | Watch

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake recorded in New Jersey that shook residents in surrounding states and New York City on Friday morning was one of the strongest in state history. Meanwhile, a video of The Statue of Liberty is going viral on social media where it survived earthquake. However, there were no reports of injuries or damage till now. 

What's in viral video? 

So, in the video you can see tremors which shook the Statue of Liberty. It was captured by live cams across NYC.  

Watch video here 

About earthquake in New York City 

The epicenter was reported about 5 miles north of Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, at about 10: 23 AM on Friday. 

Statue of Liberty's torch was struck by lightening

On Wednesday, the Statue of Liberty's torch was struck by lightening. It was after a severe storm hit New York City, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and flashes of lightening.