Caught on video: Philly airport travelers in shock after raccoon pops up at baggage claim

Philadelphia airport officials say raccoons visit the airport on occasion as it's surrounded by fields.

Some travelers at Philadelphia International Airport got quite the surprise on Wednesday evening.Video captured the critter scurrying away as travelers remained in shock.Airport officials say raccoons visit the airport on occasion as it's surrounded by fields.

"The raccoon in the video most likely got lost in one of the baggage tunnels and was attempting to get out. The airport works with the USDA to set humane traps for raccoons," PHL officials said in a statement.Back in 2022, airport officials say another critter crawled out of a hole in the wall and snagged a package of Twizzlers.Copyright © 2023 WPVI-TV. All Rights Reserved.

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