NewsNBC 6 South FloridaJune 23, 2026Miami-Dade County
Surfside Marks Five Years Since Deadly Condo Collapse
A memorial ceremony is being held to honor the 98 people who died in the 2021 collapse of a Surfside condominium building. Federal investigators recently released findings confirming that structural failures in the pool deck area led to the tragedy.
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This event serves as a moment of remembrance for the victims while highlighting the official conclusions regarding the cause of the building's failure.
Key Facts
- The collapse occurred on June 24, 2021, resulting in 98 deaths.
- Federal investigators identified that failed connections between garage columns and the pool deck caused the collapse.
- A $1 billion legal settlement was reached for the victims, and a new luxury development is planned for the site by 2029.