Fatal Engineering — Season 1, Episode 5: Skyscraper Collapses
Documentary • 42 min • 1 season, 6 episodes • ★ 7.0/10
Episode synopsis
From towering infernos to dramatic collapses, structures worldwide have borne the brunt of critical engineering flaws. In 1968, London's Ronan Tower witnessed an entirely preventable explosion. The Lalita Park building collapse in 2010 underscored the hefty price of neglecting building laws. Meanwhile, in 2017, Tehran's Plasco Building suffered a sudden mid-construction collapse due to an electrical short circuit, resulting in a tragic and deadly fire.
About Fatal Engineering
Fatal Engineering meticulously dissects high-profile accidents, uncovering the human errors, design flaws, and unforeseen circumstances that led to devastating outcomes.