<p>Port Authority spokesman Justice Karp says the closing at the airport near New York City is a precaution.<br /><br />American Airlines spokesman Tim Smith tells The Associated Press the package was found behind the ticket counter at a security checkpoint where checked bags are screened.<br /><br />The terminal is where American Airlines' flights are based at Newark.<br /><br />TV footage shows a large number of emergency vehicles outside the terminal.</p>
<p>Port Authority spokesman Justice Karp says the closing at the airport near New York City is a precaution.<br /><br />American Airlines spokesman Tim Smith tells The Associated Press the package was found behind the ticket counter at a security checkpoint where checked bags are screened.<br /><br />The terminal is where American Airlines' flights are based at Newark.<br /><br />TV footage shows a large number of emergency vehicles outside the terminal.</p>