UPDATED: More Police, Expect Delays at LAX Following Brussels Terrorist Attack

UPDATE: 4:18 PM:

Los Angles Airport Police have begun conducting random vehicle inspections, and will continue searches throughout the night. Officials are suggesting travelers to arrive early in order to avoid any delays.

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Original Report:

LOS ANGELES, CA- Although travelers headed through Los Angles International Airport (LAX) may see more uniformed officers throughout the day, there are no delays or additional security measures being taken following the attacks in Brussels this morning.

LAX officials released this statement late Tuesday morning:

"Los Angeles Airport Police is following the recent events that occurred in Brussels, Belgium. At this time there are no specific threats to LAX. We take attacks on aviation very seriously and make constant adjustments to our deployment strategies. As of now, there has been no impact to LAX operations; however, as a precaution, we have increased the visibility of Airport Police Officers at LAX. We will continue to monitor the situation in Belgium, and make adjustments to security as necessary”.

There were no scheduled flights between LAX and Brussels Airport (BRU) today.

LAX Airport Police spokeswoman Alicia Hernandez said the department increased its visual presence at the airport and readying rapid deployment strategies.

"We take attacks on aviation very seriously," Hernandez said, promising they will "make adjustments to security as necessary."

As for what to expect as a traveler, LAX TSA officials told Patch, “It looks like a normal day here,” reporting there is no current threat or impact at the airport.

City News Service contributed to this report.

Photo via LAX PD