Scots passenger's horror as 'sewage' drips onto bags when claiming airport luggage

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An Edinburgh passenger reported smelling an aroma similar to "urine and sewage" as they approached their bags at Heathrow Airport.Travellers arriving in London were surprised to discover what seemed to be "sewage" water trickling over the arrivals luggage area.Passengers at Heathrow Airport were shocked when what seemed to be "sewage" water began dropping over the arrivals luggage area.

The event was captured on video at Terminal 5 yesterday (October 27) at around 8.45am, with dirty water falling onto one of the baggage carousels, Surrey Live reports.The Edinburgh passenger, who asked not to be named, said they could smell "urine and sewage" as they approach the baggage pick up.They said: "As we were walking through I could hear water dripping.

I thought it was raining but I noticed it was nice and sunny outside. As I got closer, we got this sewage-smelling aroma."They continued: "There was water pouring all over the carousel belt pushing sewage around people's luggage." They vividly described the stench, saying, "It was a strong urine and old sewage smell."Heathrow Airport confirmed to SurreyLive the area was blocked off for both staff and passengers.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.