A few days before Christmas, visitors to the Eiffel Tower experienced an unexpected scare when a fire erupted, causing quite a commotion.

Local news reports indicated that a technical malfunction with the elevator was the culprit, leading to over a thousand people being stranded in this famous French landmark.

French emergency services quickly responded, arriving with ambulances to assess the situation and resolve the issue. According to sources, a short circuit was responsible, which resulted in a power outage across the area.

The malfunction occurred between the second and top floors of the monument, triggering a smoke alarm at approximately 10:50 AM. Safety measures were promptly implemented, and the area was evacuated as confirmed by a spokesperson.

Over 1200 visitors had gathered to enjoy this world-renowned site, only to have their holiday excitement dampened by this unfortunate event.

‘Ensuring the safety of everyone is our top priority,’ emphasized the head of security forces in a recent statement. The fire was extinguished quickly, and investigations into the incident are currently ongoing.