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As Surfside prepares to mourn 5 years since the Champlain Towers collapse, findings detail the deterioration beforehand
By Manuel Bojorquez at CBS4 Miami
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
Federal investigators released new findings Monday detailing design and construction flaws that led to the 2021 collapse of Champlain Towers South, as families prepare to mark five years since the tragedy that killed 98 people.The National Institute of Standards and Technology identified problems wi
Key takeaway "Once the first connection failed, other elements of the pool deck were left to carry their loads," said co-investigator Judith Mitrani-Reiser.
Why this matters in The Miami
The findings on the Champlain Towers South collapse have significant implications for Miami 's coastal communities, where many buildings are vulnerable to similar design and construction flaws. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami's residents are particularly concerned about the safety of their homes and neighborhoods. The report's emphasis on the importance of proper maintenance and inspection is a reminder that the city's aging infrastructure requires close attention. In neighborhoods like Miami Beach and Surfside, where the risk of sea-level rise and flooding is already a major concern, the potential for catastrophic building failures is a pressing issue. As the city moves forward with plans for a memorial to the victims of the Champlain Towers South collapse, it must also prioritize efforts to inspect and retrofit its existing buildings to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Federal investigators released new findings Monday detailing design and construction flaws that led to the 2021 collapse of Champlain Towers South, as families prepare to mark five years since the tragedy that killed 98 people.The National Institute of Standards and Technology identified problems wi
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