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Small earthquake rattles LA airport

(Agencies)
Updated: 2009-07-14 13:34

EL SEGUNDO, California: A small earthquake has rattled Los Angeles International Airport, but there are no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

The US Geological Survey said in a preliminary report that the magnitude-3.2 temblor struck Monday at 9:14 pm. It was centered under the airport runways.

City Fire spokesman Devin Gales said no damage has been reported and there has been no increase in emergency calls. Airport Supervisor Steve Goodwin said a routine runway check found no evidence of damage and no flights were delayed.