Meanwhile, rescue workers who have been at the site for two weeks are dedicated to the task of recovering as many victims as possible, Levine Cava said. Hours before the transition Wednesday, rescue workers stood at solemn attention, and clergy members hugged a line of local officials while many of them sobbed. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Chief Alan Cominsky said he expects the recovery effort will take several more weeks. Hope of finding survivors was briefly rekindled after workers demolished the remainder of the building, allowing rescuers access to new areas of debris. Meanwhile, authorities are launching a grand jury investigation into the collapse and at least six lawsuits have been filed by Champlain Towers families.

Source: ABC News July 08, 2021 05:16 UTC