Elevator problems extend landmark's closure - WTOP Afternoon Headlines - Wednesday, August 24, 2016

The Washington Monument will remain closed to visitors for several more weeks as engineers continue to inspect the elevator system. The historic landmark shut down last weekend after the single aging elevator inside the popular tourist attraction failed twice in 12 hours. Officials say a longer-term closure will be needed in order to update the elevator equipment. [Logo] AFTERNOON HEADLINES - August 24, 2016 [mobile-header-ad] [alt text here] [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Elevator problems extend landmark's closure] The Washington Monument will remain closed to visitors for several more weeks as engineers continue to inspect the elevator system. The historic landmark shut down last weekend after the single aging elevator inside the popular tourist attraction failed twice in 12 hours. Officials say a longer-term closure will be needed in order to update the elevator equipment. 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