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University of Miami Dorm Patio Collapses Due to Thunderstorms

WPLG Local 10April 7, 20252 min1,102 views
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Storm Damage at University of Miami

  • ⚠️ A portion of an outdoor patio at the University of Miami's Moroni Pearson freshman dorm collapsed on Sunday around 6:00 p.m. during strong thunderstorms.
  • 🛠️ Maintenance workers have since cleared the debris and curtained off the affected patio area.
  • 🏠 Students living in the dorm are being directed to use alternative entrances and to avoid the damaged patio.

Broader Weather Impacts in South Florida

  • ✈️ The severe weather also caused significant disruptions at South Florida airports, with Miami International reporting 38 delays and 28 cancellations, and Fort Lauderdale experiencing 33 delays and 12 cancellations.
  • 🎶 The Ultra Music Festival experienced delays and required attendees to seek shelter due to the thunderstorms, with water seen gushing onto one of the stages.
  • ✅ Thankfully, no weather-related injuries have been reported from Ultra Fest or the campus incident.
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