Feb 25 2025 14 mins
Summary
This podcast delves into the tragic Surfside condominium collapse, drawing upon a variety of sources to understand the disaster. We examine potential causes such as saltwater corrosion of rebar, water leaks, design flaws, construction issues on an adjacent site, and the building's history. Eyewitness accounts, 911 calls, and expert analysis help to paint a picture of the event and its aftermath. We explore the rescue and relief operations, the victims, and the legal and legislative repercussions of the collapse. The podcast also investigates the structural elements of the building, including columns, concrete, and the pool deck, referencing engineering analyses and reports.
References
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2. "A South Florida luxury condo project is planned for site where building collapse killed 98 people," 10 Tampa Bay YouTube channel
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4. "Engineering Failures Found in the Champlain Towers South Drawings - Surfside Collapse," Building Integrity YouTube channel
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8. Research notes from Arthur Nerbas / Nerbas Consulting Inc.