Cousins reunite with firefighters who saved them from stalled elevator

Firefighters rescued cousins Johnny Jones and Malai Moore after they were trapped for three hours in a stalled elevator at Peachtree Center in Atlanta. The children were on their way to lunch when the elevator unexpectedly halted between floors, causing confusion and fear. They called their relatives for assistance, who promptly notified the firefighters. Battalion Chief Lem Mullins explained that the rescue team had to create a rope system to reach the trapped cousins safely. Jones reflected on his fear during the incident but felt reassured as firefighters worked to free them.

After their rescue, he expressed gratitude, saying, "I’m thanking God it was over. " Moore emphasized her anxiety about the duration of their entrapment, uncertain about when help would arrive. Despite the experience, Jones indicated he might ride the elevator again if it were fixed, demonstrating a blend of bravery and caution.