Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. It indicates a way to close an interaction, or dismiss a notification.Departing flights at the Salt Lake City airport were grounded Wednesday morning after the area experienced a 5.7 magnitude earthquake.
The Federal Aviation Administration evacuated the flight control tower at the airport because of the earthquake, the agency said in a statement. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more storiesSALT LAKE CITY, Utah — Flights set to take off from Salt Lake City International Airport were grounded on Wednesday after a 5.7 magnitude earthquake hit the area.
The Federal Aviation Administration evacuated the airport's flight control tower because of the earthquake. All arriving flights to Salt Lake City are being directed to other airports, the FAA said in a statement. The groundings have the potential to impact flights around the country, as Salt Lake City's airport serves as a major hub for Delta Air Lines.