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Why a Miami hotel was demolished in a controlled implosion

Miami Mandarin Oriental

A 23-story building, the former Mandarin Oriental, in Miami, was demolished via a controlled implosion on Sunday morning.
Located on Brickell Key, a man-made island, the structure collapsed in under 20 seconds following blasts about 8.30am.
This event marks Miami's largest implosion in over a decade, drawing spectators who recorded the collapse from a safe distance.
The demolition paves the way for The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami, an ultraluxury hotel and residential development.
The new development is scheduled for completion in 2030, with the implosion chosen for its safety and efficiency after nearly two years of planning.

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