This is what we know about the building that partially collapsed in Surfside, Florida, Miami

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Death toll in Florida building collapse rises to 4, with 159 people now unaccounted for, this is what know about the building that partially collapsed in Surfside, Florida, Miami
Dozens of condominiums in a Surfside, Florida, residential tower were destroyed when part of the building collapsed early Thursday.

At least four people were killed and 159 people are unaccounted for, Miami-Dade County officials said Friday morning.

A search and rescue operation is underway after one side of the building fell to the ground for reasons that remain under investigation.

Here is what we know about the building and surrounding area:

Address: 8777 Collins Avenue

Built: 1981

Stories: 12 (the building stands about 160 feet tall)

Residences: The oceanfront building contained 136 one-, two- and three-bedroom units, according to real estate records. Most are between 1,200 and 2,243 square feet.

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