Federal Probe Finds Surfside Collapse Started Three Weeks Before Final Breakdown - WSJ

Federal investigators concluded the structural failure that led to the Surfside condominium collapse began a progressive deterioration about three weeks before the final catastrophic failure. The probe identified early cracking, shifting load patterns and localized damage that progressively undermined the building’s stability. The finding raises questions about inspection timing, maintenance records and potential legal and regulatory consequences for parties responsible for upkeep and oversight.