WASHINGTON, Oct 10 (Reuters) -

The Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday it is

resuming flights after a ground stop forced the temporary

evacuation of the air traffic control tower at

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport after a fire

alarm and reports of a strong natural gas odor.

The issue prompted a halt to flights and some flight

diversions. FlightAware, a flight tracking website, said 360

flights had been delayed.

The FAA said the tower was being restaffed after

employees were given an all clear to return.

Atlanta, a major hub for Delta Air Lines ( DAL ), is the

busiest U.S. airport by passengers.