Eiffel Tower evacuated in Paris

Eiffel Tower evacuated in Paris
# 20 May 2019 18:15 (UTC +04:00)

The Eiffel Tower, which is considered to be the French capital's major symbol, is visited by several millions of people annually, ONA reports citing Sputnik.

The Eiffel Tower has been evacuated after a man was seen climbing the tower. The authorities have adviced people to postpone their visits until further notice.

According to Twitter users, police have arrived at the scene and are negotiating with the man. The district near the Eiffel Tower is currently cordoned off and secured by the police.

​According to media reports, when the individual was detected, he was already on the second floor of the tower, 149 metres high.

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