In the early morning hours of June 24th, 2021, an apartment complex in Surfside, Florida collapsed out of nowhere, killing 98 people – including Patty’s mom, Maggie.
It’s difficult enough to lose a loved one to an unthinkable tragedy. It’s exceptionally awful when you’re forced to watch them die over and over again on national television.
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References:
- One year after Surfside condo collapse in Florida, a legal settlement is approved
- Experienced Team From Israel Helps Search Through Florida Condo Debris
- Dozens Of People Are Missing After A 12-Story Florida Condo Partly Collapsed
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