A woman was discovered entangled in conveyor belt system in baggage room at Chicago O’Hare airport

A woman was found trapped in a baggage conveyor belt system at Chicago's airport after being recognized on surveillance footage as having entered the baggage room at 2:27 am. However, emergency services were not called until 7:30 am, leading to confusion regarding the five-hour delay in response. The Chicago fire department clarified that the woman was discovered entangled in machinery used for baggage handling, and it remains unclear how she accessed the restricted area, which is not open to the public. An investigation is underway, and OSHA has been notified as the woman was not an airport employee. This incident underscores critical safety concerns regarding access to secured areas in transportation hubs. Ensuring that non-employees cannot enter restricted zones is imperative to prevent accidents and enhance overall safety. Transportation authorities should reevaluate access protocols and implement stricter monitoring systems to avoid similar occurrences in the future. Adequate training and regular safety audits are essential to ensure that emergency response protocols are efficient and timely.