An earthquake was reported Friday near Paramus in Bergen County, New Jersey. Initial reports from the U.S. Geological Survey indicate a 2.4 magnitude quake hit shortly before 1:30 p.m. The USGS reporting tool shows people experienced "light" to "moderate" effects.

Numerous New Jersey residents took to social media early Friday afternoon, reporting loud booms, rattling and shaking from an earthquake.

Bergen County’s Office of Consumer Protection is warning residents to be alert for a deceptive piece of mail that appears to come from the county. The letter appears to come from Bergen County’s Home Improvement Program and talks about a warranty.