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I was on a Zoom call yesterday morning when all of a sudden, the walls around me began to rumble and shake. I looked around as the noise grew louder and louder. The sound of ceramics rattling filled the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The intensity of whatever was happening increased in intensity so fast that my fight or flight response was activated pretty much immediately. I slammed my iPad closed (no comment on the meeting, just slammed the device closed), grabbed it and ran for the door. The rumble and shaking lasted nearly 30 seconds, and during those seconds, it felt like it was never ending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
My first instinct was to get outside because of how everything was shaking, I really thought the building was going to blow up. All I could think about was that some machine was malfunctioning and god forbid it was gas related, I was preparing for some kind of explosion. The possibility of an earthquake never even crossed my mind. I did think there was a real possibility the roof was going to collapse over my head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Someone else I was in the building with said they thought a truck crashed into the structure with the way things were shaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Outside, everyone evacuated in a frenzy of confusion and panic. My heart was racing and I felt so scared about whatever just happened. News of an earthquake hit my phone moments later and I was astounded to realize what had taken place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This event was a profound demonstration of the earth\u2019s power and unpredictability and an interesting reminder that the tectonic plates we stand on are constantly shifting ever so slightly, even if we aren\u2019t aware of their movement normally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Embracing the Unexpected<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe recent earthquake in New Jersey is a reminder of the earth\u2019s dynamic nature. It underscores the importance of preparedness, even in areas where such events are rare. Thankfully, the physical damage was minimal for most. I didn\u2019t even have anything break this time around. On the other hand, the psychological impact and the shake-up to our sense of security was significant. People were buzzing about it all day, especially when we felt an aftershock 8 hours later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
As we move forward, let us do so with a renewed respect for nature\u2019s might and an understanding that the ground beneath us is not as stable as it seems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The earthquake of April 2024 will undoubtedly remain etched in the memories of those who experienced it. Quakes serve as a reminder that, on this planet, we are all just passengers on a journey through time, subject to the whims of the natural world. As we continue to explore, understand, and respect these forces, we grow as a community, resilient and ready for whatever comes our way.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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