Swindled

99. The Skywalks (Hyatt Regency disaster)

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Aug 2, 2023
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ANECDOTE

FIU Bridge Tragedy

  • An 18-year-old FIU student was killed crossing a busy street near campus, highlighting the need for a pedestrian bridge.
  • The planned bridge was meant to showcase FIU's expertise in accelerated bridge construction.
ANECDOTE

FIU Bridge Collapse

  • The FIU bridge, designed by FIGG, was installed on March 10, 2018.
  • Less than a week later, it collapsed, killing and injuring several people.
INSIGHT

Casualties of the Collapse

  • The bridge collapse killed five motorists and one construction worker, including Alexa Duran and Navarro Brown.
  • Richard Humble, a friend of Duran's, survived but witnessed her death.
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