What kind of presence do you think remains inside of an old Illinois power station that some believed caused up to 34 deaths every single year of its existence? A recent exploration by urban adventurers found out.

I just came across this look inside of what used to be the Waukegan Generating Station in Illinois. The Global Energy Monitor Wiki has some grim details about this place including lawsuits from individuals and the state of Illinois alleging that pollution caused by this place was causing thousands of sicknesses and dozens of deaths every year. Here's what they say this place caused:

  • Deaths - 34 - $250,000,000
  • Heart attacks - 54 - $5,900,000
  • Asthma attacks - 570 - $30,000
  • Hospital admissions - 25 - $580,000
  • Chronic bronchitis - 21 - $9,200,000
  • Asthma ER visits - 35 - $13,000

Here's what Urban Treks found inside.

Abandoned Illinois Power Station Which Caused 34 Deaths Per Year?

Gallery Credit: Urban Treks via YouTube

This Illinois power station shut down for good in 2022 according to numerous reports.

WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property.

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