A long-running investigation into the 1989 Hillsborough tragedy found that 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct charges if they were still in service, but due to retirement, no disciplinary actions will be taken. The report criticizes police failures and a false narrative blaming fans, highlighting systemic issues and ongoing calls for accountability and legal reforms. The only conviction related to the incident was for a safety failure by a club official.
A UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded in Kentucky after its left engine detached during takeoff, resulting in at least 12 deaths and a large-scale emergency response, with investigations ongoing into the cause of the engine failure.
Two premature babies in Bolzano, Italy, died after being infected with Serratia marcescens, likely linked to contaminated dish soap used in the hospital, prompting a criminal investigation and hospital safety measures.
A school roof collapse in Rajasthan, India, resulted in the deaths of seven children and injuries to at least 21 others, with the cause still under investigation. The incident occurred just as students were about to start their assembly, and rescue efforts are ongoing. The school was not listed as dilapidated, raising concerns about building safety standards.
Federal investigators have provided key insights into the possible causes of the catastrophic 2021 condominium collapse in Surfside, Florida, identifying deficiencies in the building's construction, particularly in the pool deck and tower columns. The probe has revealed that the building's swimming pool deck collapsed at least four minutes before the rest of the building, and investigators are now focusing on potential structural failures in the pool deck or supporting columns. While the investigation has identified strong evidence for the most likely causes, they must still rule out dozens of other hypotheses. The final findings are expected to be released in a report next year, and may uncover potential issues in other similar buildings nationwide.
Investigators are focusing on construction flaws in the pool deck as the cause of the 2021 collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Florida, which resulted in 98 deaths. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has found that the concrete used in the pool deck and supporting columns was weaker than required by building codes, and the added weight from planters contributed to increased stress. While the collapse likely initiated in the pool deck, NIST has not ruled out a failure initiation in some part of the tower structure. The investigation is examining at least 40 potential failure hypotheses and aims to complete its technical work by summer, with a draft report and recommendations expected in May 2025.
Federal investigators examining the partial collapse of a Florida condominium tower that killed 98 people have found numerous faulty support columns in the tenant garage and pool deck below the building. Tests revealed that some columns were only half the strength they should have been and were not up to construction standards when the tower was built in 1980. The pool deck collapsed minutes before the tower fell, likely damaging a support beam and causing the subsequent collapse. The investigation is ongoing, with preliminary results indicating potential structural issues and the possibility of external triggers for the collapse. Survivors and families of victims have expressed frustration over the length of the investigation and the lack of accountability.
Federal investigators are focusing on construction flaws on the pool deck as the cause of the deadly collapse of the Champlain Towers South condo building in Surfside, Florida, which claimed the lives of 98 people in June 2021. The investigation by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has revealed significant design and construction problems, including weaknesses in the pool deck and concrete columns supporting the building. The NIST team is still exploring other possible failure hypotheses but plans to narrow down the field soon. The investigation is ongoing, and investigators are urging the public to provide any photos or videos of the collapse. Meanwhile, family members of the victims are expressing impatience with the investigation and objecting to plans for a new building on the site.
