Documents released by the Florida town of Surfside show a number of safety issues raised ahead of the 40-year inspection for the condo complex that partially collapsed Thursday. City officials released a number of documents online, including evaluations of electrical and mechanical systems, another unverified inspection report, and roof and façade maintenance reports, among others. The report did not indicate any risk of collapse, but it did note the need for repairs to maintain the "structural integrity" of the building. Speculation in the Surfside collapse could likely shift in the days ahead to possibly neglected safety issues. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPThe 40-year requirement was enacted after a 1974 building collapse in Miami.

Source: Fox News June 26, 2021 13:41 UTC