Eiffel Tower catches fire, thousands evacuated

Eiffel Tower caught fire on Tuesday, prompting the authorities to evacuate around 12,000 visitors, according to media reports. French police reported flames in the elevator shaft between the first and second floors.

Firefighters are currently at the scene but have faced challenges reaching the blaze. The fire, confirmed to be in the elevator shaft continues to burn as emergency services work to contain the situation.

According to reports, French police told local media that flames were spotted in the elevator shaft between the first and second floors.

This is a developing story.