WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Rick Scott led a resolution with Senator Ashley Moody marking four years since the tragic collapse of Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida - a tragedy that took 98 lives on June 24, 2021. The resolution pays tribute to the victims, recognizes the extraordinary bravery of first responders, and expresses unwavering support for the families and communities still grieving this devastating loss.

Senator Rick Scott said, “Four years ago, the Surfside community experienced an unthinkable tragedy with the collapse of Champlain Towers South. 98 lives were taken, and many more were changed forever. Families lost loved ones in an instant, parents, children, grandparents, and friends, whose grief remains with them every day. In the face of this heartbreak, we witnessed extraordinary bravery and compassion, as our first responders risked their lives in the rescue efforts, and people across Florida and around the world came together to provide support, particularly within our Jewish community. Their strength and unity showed the true meaning of being Surfside Strong. Today, we pause to remember each life lost and stand with the families who continue to mourn. With this resolution, we honor their memory and recommit ourselves to never forgetting the legacy of those we lost.”

Senator Ashley Moody said, “Today, on the fourth anniversary of the collapse of Champlain Towers South, we remember the 98 innocent lives lost that tragic day. While no words can appropriately capture the pain the families and community suffered, please join me in honoring their memory today and thanking the brave first responders from across the world who answered the call to help.”

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