Decades of Failures: Grenfell Tower Report Reveals ‘Death Trap’ Conditions, Says 90.5 WESA

Decades of failures turned Grenfell Tower into a ‘death trap,’ report says

A recent report has revealed that the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower in London, which claimed the lives of 72 people in 2017, was the result of decades of failures that turned the building into a “death trap.”

The report, conducted by a team of experts, highlighted a series of failures in the design, construction, and maintenance of the building that contributed to the rapid spread of the fire. It pointed to a lack of adequate fire safety measures, including the installation of flammable cladding on the exterior of the building, as a major factor in the disaster.

The report also criticized the response of authorities during the fire, noting that residents were told to stay in their apartments rather than evacuate, leading to many becoming trapped inside the building.

The findings of the report have sparked outrage among survivors and relatives of the victims, who have long called for justice and accountability for the tragedy. Many are demanding that those responsible for the failures be held accountable and that measures be put in place to prevent similar disasters from happening in the future.

As the community continues to mourn the lives lost in the Grenfell Tower fire, the report serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of neglecting basic safety measures in buildings. It is a call to action for authorities to prioritize the safety and well-being of residents in all buildings, to ensure that such a tragedy never happens again.