Tokyo Skytree tower's operator to resume elevator that trapped visitors

The operator of the Tokyo Skytree, Japan's tallest structure, said Tuesday that it will resume operation of an elevator that malfunctioned in February, leaving visitors trapped inside for hours.The elevator has undergone the necessary inspections and will return to service on Wednesday morning, Tobu Tower Skytree Co. said.The incident occurred on Feb. 22, when two of the four elevators stopped while traveling between the fourth-floor entrance and the 350-meter observation deck. One was descending with 20 passengers on board, while the other was empty.The passengers were trapped for more tha…READ FULL ARTICLE