Miami building collapse

[Red Devil]

Originally Posted by d@rk51d3

Talking to an engineer friend a few years ago, and he told me that sand was a preferred base for a foundation, as it was much more stable than other soil types.

The problem here appears to be failed waterproofing membranes in the pool area that has subsequently rotted out the main structure over the years.

thanks

[fireftr18]

A fire department buddy of mine is on Ohio Task Force 1. A group set up to respond to all kinds of large scale emergencies. They just returned from there for victim recovery. I haven't had to respond to anything so horrific.