I guess folks didn't read the article

He got stuck LATE on a Friday night (rescued on Sunday)

It was an EXPRESS elevator - He opened the doot - he was stuck at about the 13th floor - next exit below - 1st floor, next above - 40th.

NYC law - the roof hatch is supposed to be bolted closed - from OUTSIDE - so that you CAN'T open it - but a rescue team can

He did about all he could do - ring the alarm bell, and sit tight