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Laptop Computer Sparks False Alarm at Airport

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From Times Staff Reports

A notebook computer in carry-on luggage apparently set off bomb-detection equipment at Long Beach Airport on Friday, prompting the evacuation of the terminal building for about 90 minutes and the delay of four flights.

The alarm sounded at about 5:15 p.m., and passengers were evacuated to a parking lot, officials said.

Airport officials said a check of luggage showed that the device was harmless.

Flights resumed at about 6:45 p.m.

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