Dog Named Maia Found Safe After Escaping Atlanta Airport Tarmac, Being Missing For 3 Weeks

A dog named Maia escaped from her kennel on an Atlanta airport tarmac on Aug 18 while her owner was on a layover.
The dog was missing for weeks until found on Sept 10 hiding under a cargo rack by a volunteer who helped search.
The owner, Paula Rodriguez, was forced to spend a night away from Maia in a detention center due to visa issues.
Delta staff was transporting Maia when she got away. The airline was investigating how she escaped.
Maia was found safe after 3 weeks and taken to a vet. Her relieved owner was contacted after the dog was recovered.

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