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Survivors and loved ones mark 5-year anniversary of Surfside condo collapse, honor 98 lives lost
By Rubén Rosario at WSVN 7 News
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
South Florida is marking the fifth anniversary of the catastrophic condominium collapse in Surfside by honoring the victims’ memories. Loved ones gathered early Wednesday morning at 98 Points of Light Way to honor the 98 souls who perished when a nightmare unfolded at 1:15 a.m. on June 24, 2021. The
Key takeaway Loved ones gathered early Wednesday morning at 98 Points of Light Way to honor the 98 souls who perished when a nightmare unfolded at 1:15 a.
Why this matters in The Miami
The Surfside condo collapse anniversary serves as a painful reminder for Miami -Dade County residents of the devastating consequences of structural failures and the importance of prioritizing building safety. As the community honors the 98 lives lost, it also underscores the need for continued vigilance in addressing the unique challenges posed by South Florida's coastal environment, including sea-level rise and flooding risks. The National Institute of Standards and Technology's findings on the likely cause of the collapse, which point to a combination of design, construction, and environmental factors, will likely inform future building codes and inspection protocols in Miami-Dade County. As the county continues to grow and develop, particularly in neighborhoods like Miami Beach and Wynwood, which are also vulnerable to flooding and structural risks, the lessons learned from the Surfside tragedy will be crucial in preventing similar disasters and ensuring the safety of residents and visitors alike.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? South Florida is marking the fifth anniversary of the catastrophic condominium collapse in Surfside by honoring the victims’ memories. Loved ones gathered early Wednesday morning at 98 Points of Light Way to honor the 98 souls who perished when a nightmare unfolded at 1:15 a.m. on June 24, 2021. The
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