Structural causes behind Miami building collapse

A residential building in Surfside, Florida, collapsed, leaving 150 people unaccounted for. The cause is unknown, but a 2018 report highlighted structural issues, including water damage and poor repairs. A contractor observed significant water damage before the collapse. The building had been sinking since the 1990s, but experts are cautious about linking this to the collapse. An eyewitness reported a sinkhole forming before the incident, and experts suggest a structural failure beneath the pool deck.

What was identified as a major error in the 2018 engineer's report regarding the pool deck?

• The pool deck allowed water to accumulate.

• The pool deck was too small.

• The pool deck was not painted.

• The pool deck was made of wood.

What issue was noted in the parking garage beneath the pool deck?

• The parking garage was always locked.

• The parking garage was too small.

• There were cracks in the columns and ceiling.

• There were no lights.

How often did the pump motors need to be replaced due to frequent pumping?

• Every six months

• Every two years

• Every five years

• Every year

What did a Florida International University study reveal about the building?

• It was built on a fault line.

• It had been sinking at a rate of 2 millimeters per year.

• It was made entirely of wood.

• It was the tallest building in Florida.

What did a woman reportedly see just before the building collapsed?

• A large bird flying overhead

• A fire in the building

• A sinkhole forming where the pool used to be

• A tornado approaching