Date uploaded: 2021-07-05 23:24:44
Dozens of victims and missing people are displayed on the makeshift Surfside Wall of Hope & Memorial, which serves as a somber magnet for mourners of the small barrier-island community comes to grips with the disaster.
The ever-growing memorial wall extends along the western fence of the town of Surfside’s tennis center at Harding Avenue and 88th Street. Hundreds of flower bouquets, stuffed animals, candles, handmade posters, religious messages and flags adorn the site.
“I do hope it becomes permanent. I think it’s a beautiful expression of love and respect. And it’s the kind of spontaneous creation that moves people,” Surfside Mayor Charles Burkett said.
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