Government Report Exposes Visible Building Failures Before Miami Collapse That Killed 98

The tragic collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Florida, which claimed 98 lives—including many from Latin American families—has exposed more than just a heartbreaking loss. A new preliminary report from the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) reveals that clear, visible signs of failure were evident weeks before the catastrophe struck on June 24, 2021. Visible Cracks and Door Failures: How Did Safety Systems Miss Clear Red Flags? According to lead investigator Judith Mitrani-Reiser, multiple failures such as a sliding glass door coming off its frame, walls with cracks, and an obstructed doorway were identified...