Tourists evacuated from Eiffel Tower after reports of elevator fire

PARIS – The Parisian landmark attracts up to 25,000 visitors a day on average. Tourists have been evacuated on Tuesday from the iconic Paris landmark, the Eiffel Tower, after reports of a fire in one of its elevator shafts between the first and second floor. The fire has since been contained, according to Euronews’ sources. The tourist attraction and one of the world’s most famous towers is visited by an average of 15,000 to 25,000 visitors a day. (Euronews)