Esther Harriet Zeigler (1870 – 1872)* It was winter a lot of the town was still there and at so place when we were driving you could see spot in the wood on fire and I would as him why is no one doing anything about it . Centralia, PA News in 2020-03. Unfortunately, a lack of proper management of the site and a lack of respect from both locals and visitors caused this historic roadway to be covered in dirt in April 2020 instead of being protected as a historic landmark, as it should have been. I totally agree that the ATVs and vehicles need to be off the road, but I see no reason to stop an average visitor from checking it out. Thanks for the reminder, Francine. It will help when I visit. It boggles the mind how anybody could believe this. In Odd Fellows Cemetery on your right, it is said that smoke from the fire can sometimes be seen rising through the ground, making for a very eerie scene. Centralia is a city located in Pennsylvania. The borough hall is still there. Much better tale than Silent Hill… There are a couple of new documentaries out and coming out on the town and also a few new historical books written by local authors that are worth looking at. I want to know is there anything else to see around that way? We parked and walked on graffiti highway for a little bit. Good work and inspiring to me! come to find out he didn’t . I would like to get in contact with you. Aerials were taken with a thermal camera and show 90% of the town has fire under it. The problem is, by an odd quirk of law and charter, the “Borough of Centralia” owns the mineral rights to the coal directly underneath it–the only such borough in the Commonwealth. Is there any work to prevent Ashland turning into another tragedy? Every tree driving back to make that left was marked with a No Trespassing sign, so we didn’t feel comfortable, although I wasn’t sure if it was just for the woods being off limits or the actual road….Anyone sure? It is not to the extent where there is abundant steam or smoke emitting from the ground or acres of dead vegetation like it was back in the day but it still continues to burn and probably will continue to burn beyond our lifetime. By doing so, her home became the property of the State of Pennsylvania and, like with so many of … Also be able to talk with some of the remaining people that still do live there. One very small correction, Odd Fellows is to the left when coming from Ashland. Please make sure that you don’t disturb residents’ property and that you obey any “No Trespassing” signs that you might see while visiting Centralia, Pennsylvania. I mean its a part of history that not a lot of people saw . There were a lot of people walking the Graffiti Highway and was able to get my jeep on the highway after seeing some locals driving on the road. 2002 photos of Centralia And learn more than we know about this little town. It is completely surrounded by Conyngham Township. Typically these fires are stopped by digging all around them so they coal seam is cut off and the fire cannot continue to burn once its current source of fuel is exhausted. The land full of life. But great fodder for a real story. And share the stories that I have witnessed while I was there. And it didn’t disappoint. Years ago one could feel the heat up to the knees when walking near the cemetery. As of 5/2020 Hubertyanita (Atlas Obscura User) Vents Hubertyanita ... the fire underneath Centralia, Pennsylvania ignited sometime in 1962 and has been burning ever since. Motel 6 Bloomsburg PA, Fairfield Inn & Suites Bloomsburg, and The Inn at Turkey Hill are some of the most popular hotels for travelers looking to stay near Centralia's Grafitti Highway. After a 4 hour hike we went to an amusement park (Knobles. You aren’t at home and the township cop likes to use the dirt path to hide and wait for speeders. Sarah Elizabeth Beaver Ziegler (1847 – 1935)*, Children: Centralia Tourism: Tripadvisor has 120 reviews of Centralia Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Centralia resource. Andrew Shecktor, author “Centralia PA, Devils Fire.”. This website is Dedicated to the memory of my Dad Raymond Reilley. My wife and I had a great time exploring Centralia. I honestly know very little about what has and hasn’t been tried at Centralia. Centralia has a 2020 population of 13. © Copyright 2013-2020 Uncovering Media, LLC - All Rights Reserved, Find more things to do in the Susquehanna Region. Over time, the road became covered in graffiti. However, I know that a lot of money was spent trying to put the fire out. When I was a kid my dad was a truck driver and told me all about the fire and the town . He has also traveled to more than 30 different countries around the world. I still think there is a conspiracy to sell the land to the coal miners once the last residents vacate… Of course, but that time we may not even be burning coal any longer! That’s three thousand, not thirty. Who or what organization has kept the Odd Fellows Cemetery records and plot-map? It sure is a shame what happened to all those people. Centralia, located in Columbia County just a few miles outside Mount Carmel in Northumberland County, is perhaps Pennsylvania’s most famous ghost town after an underground mine fire started in 1962. The Centralia Mine Fire has raged ever since. We had an underground mine fire which caused the town to relocate to the top of the mountain. Obviously, my dad’s name-Cook. Centralia, PA | Milton Daily Standard | 03-24. Reuben George Ziegler (1888 – 1890)* Photos Leave nothing but foot prints; take nothing but education and memories. I have some information and photos on my author website at https://www.centraliapadevilsfire.com/ for anyone interested. it is like the movie . Centralia is a city located in Pennsylvania. Visiting Centralia: Pennsylvania’s Toxic Ghost Town (Updated for 2020) November 28, 2020 October 4, 2020 by Jim Cheney Please do your best to limit your travels around PA during this time. Couldn’t the air shafts have been sealed shut? Why could they not have pumped water into the ground from a nearby stream or water source to extinguish the burning coal? A bit further down, the road buckled into a 3-foot tall wall of asphalt. Quite disappointing that the Government didn’t step in and put up the money in the beginning. I have been on 61, before it was re-routed, when you’d drive on it with smoke all around you, wondering if your car would sink. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 0.00% of the population. The nearest community is Ashland, which should have some plays to stay, though I don’t think that there is a hotel there. Stayed outside of the cemetery and walked around through the woods. “The destructive power of nature.” Come again? It’s really a shame that they are doing that. Roads that once led to quiet residential streets now lead nowhere. There is no smoke to be seen anywhere. the roads in the winter you couldn’t see anything . Jim Cheney, How would YOU put the fire out? I’ve seen pictures from before and after, and I do wish that I was around back then to witness it. The homes may not be transferred, or inherited, by any family members. I lived there during the begining of the mine fire days. Find a unique place to stay in the Susquehanna Region on Airbnb! Centralia is not a all like Silent Hill! The Government reached an agreement in 2013 with the remaining residents, that they may remain in their homes until their demise, then the properties will be re-claimed by the Government and torn down. I am planning on visiting this June 2020 with my grandchildren. The air again is clean. He replied ” the internet lies, there is no steam, no fire. The median age in Centralia is 64.2 years, 0 years for males, and 0 years for females. By the time they were on it the cost of a ditch big enough to stop it would have cost more than relocating the town. ©2020 FOX News Network, LLC. lol. The highway, which is private property with posted no trespassing signs, has seen an increase in visitors since the COVID-19 crisis began. Centrilia was on the bucket list. I remember when they re-routed the road. My question is: Why no one mentions this town or it’s people. One of the three house ( I just found out) belonged to last mayor of Centralia (Carl Womer ) . Mr. Cook, ©2017 CENTONE PICTURES, LLC. In the fall of 2016, Kathi Womer moved out of the borough. It is almost impossible to starve an underground coal fire. The things you learn… And as for the paranormal side of it, I am looking for ghost town sites and stories as well…So even if I get nothing, supernatural-wise than I plan on still writing about it! I would never disrespect. Anyone that says anything different obviously isn’t from around here or doesn’t know the area too well. If anyone been there recently please let me know. Earlier estimates had put the seam’s value at $2-5 billion in 1970s dollars. Recommend goin. The church can be easily accessed from the town of Aristes at the top of the hill. I’d also give a wide berth to the homes that are there so as not to bother residents. Sweeney you are incorrect. God bless, I know when we went in April of 2013 you could still see smoke coming out of the ground in several different places not enough to actually capture with a camera but you could see it. We felt like we went back in time. Fascinating. William Robert Ziegler (1882 – 1937)* There are so many vulgarer, trash, and disrespectful things out there. I look forward to reading more of your work. Seriously? Upon their death after 6 months the homes are to be torn down. To be honest, I’ve never heard of any paranormal activity at Centralia, but good luck in your quest. We didn’t go to graffiti highway but met several people who were looking for it and we told them to do so at their own risk. Ask to have a picture made if there is not one. I don’t know when the last post was made but it is July, 16, 2017 today. Driving into town (across the street from the old VFW etc) and on the right, you can see the old foundations and what was really interesting was the paved back alleys!! Actually picked up a few spray paint cans and took them to the trash. I would contact the Columbia County Historical Society. Based in the state capital of Harrisburg, Jim frequently travels around Pennsylvania and has visited, written about, and photographed all 67 counties in the state. As I was about to leave, I discovered three kittens in an abandoned lot near Rt. I love adventure and seeing stuff like this. 2006 Photos. Both sides of my family lived in Centralia since the turn of the century. The fire pretty much burned right through Byrnesville. The other two cemeteries are still there and in good shape. Some of the scenes where they were going in with the bulldozers were so sad. I feel sorry for all the residents of the town and understand there dislike of the bureaucratic system. The Columbia County Sheriff Dept has jurisdiction of Centralia. But to let it burn for years seems untoward. Centralia’s Graffiti Highway was located on what was once Route 61, the road that still runs from Ashland to Centralia. I found out earlier, I actually know someone in Ashland lol Never realized until he said something to me today!! I visited Centralia today. It being around 3 degrees outside at the time, allowed for a good visuals of these areas. Hello. we plan to visit in the day as to not look “Sketchy” and plan to hopefully pick up some trash as well. I think what did it in with the enforcement was the food truck that would park on the north side of graffiti road and people just letting garbage everywhere. I do plan a return evening visit so I can take some photos. Centralia is a beautiful and fascinating place that deserves our respect. They are mostly good people looking for something to do other than heroin. Respect the community and the remaining residents and have a blast. The community of roughly 1,500 was supported by the seam of coal that ran beneath the town. (He assumed we would see ghosts). Yes local scumbags use it as a dump too. The land behind Odd Fellows Cemetery is where the fire is thought to have started. There was also a time capsule buried in the park in 1966, but it was removed in 2014. When the town was still extant, there was a faction that believed that there was a conspiracy to take their land for next to nothing, in order to extract the coal beneath. The fire gone now for years. Mary Ann Ziegler Beaver (1835 – 1903)* There was only a small footprint left of where it once stood. I hope that anyone who visits would respect the place and follow the same principles of leaving no trace that they often do when hiking in a state park. So sad people have no respect! He told me about the boy in the yard and the hole opening up . we did cruise around some of the side streets so they could see where houses had been. I’m surprised that the coal would burn without air or was it close to the surface? 2004 Photos of Centralia. And pictures; lots and lots of pictures. 20 Homes For Sale in Centralia, PA. Browse photos, see new properties, get open house info, and research neighborhoods on Trulia. Martha, you are wrong, Jim Cheney is correct. That’s interesting, Gordon. One day my dad had me go with him. On May 27th, 1962, officials in Centralia, PA tried to clean their landfills by setting a fire. The smallest municipality in the Keystone State, Centralia, Pennsylvania, is a former mining community located about two hours northwest of Philadelphia. Is your home there still standing? But if the coal is burning, is there still value to it . However, at a minimum and out of common courtesy, it’s a good idea to avoid the maintained area directly adjacent to their homes. There is no reason that anyone should treat the cemeteries any differently than a cemetery somewhere else. were and looking at old pics, you can also see the old homes and businesses….Now just the street and grassy patch were the tracks ran. Locals bring 4 wheelers and trash. SYNOPSIS CENTRALIA, PENNSYLVANIA – A coal mining town of approximately 1,500 residents in upstate Pennsylvania is overcome by a massive underground mine fire which began in May of 1962. Andrew Shecktor, author “Centralia PA, Devils Fire.”. Record added: Dec 15, 2015 So it’s March 2017 and a group of my friends and me wanted to visit Centralia and take some photographs at sunset. Why could this fire not have been stopped by starving it of oxygen? I’ve traveled thru there countess times and each time I see the steam rising up from beneath I’m in awe. Thank you! You are wrong, Oddfellows is on the right, St. Ignasious is on the left. There is still a fire. You can feel the holiday celebrations and the lives of all the humanity now gone. The Slate Speaks: The fate of Centralia’s Graffiti Highway. A town such as Centralia should be held in the same regard as a cemetery, and treated with respect and dignity. I had no idea that there were other mine fires that were burning in PA. Instead, it’s the lack of things to see. My great, great grandfather, Casper Ziegler, a miner, 1844-1913, is buried there; however I’d need to know the exact plot location before traveling there from Florida. This place sounds amazing and I want to visit! Not sure if there is anything to report, but I’ll look into it. The ground was also noticably warmer to the touch around these holes also there was snow covered ground inthe sourrounding areas but little to no snow in the the direct area. We also arrived in Ashland too early and the mine was not open yet either. I would imagine that anything that wasn’t completely cost prohibitive was tried at some point. The PA government was useless by way of bureaucratic delay. Jim Cheney is the creator of UncoveringPA.com. They received a tidy sum for the houses & could stay living in homes until their death. I’m guessing there are no hotels near by but can someone tell where the nearest one would be? Updated Apr 08, 2020; Posted Apr 06, 2020 . My daughter is visiting Centralia on 3/11/17 for her college PA history for educators class. My father was secretary on the boro council during some of fire time. Carmel and am getting ready to move to the Philippines. It is almost as much fun to watch the rubberneckers (my inspiration for the book I wrote, Centralia PA, Devils Fire.) For every 100 females there are 133.3 males. Centralia, PA. Most of the abandoned buildings have been demolished by the Columbia County Redevelopment Authority or reclaimed by nature. As for stealing or vandalizing that is a shame. Joseph Ziegler (1841 – 1910)* Truthfully, while somewhat interesting for the history, the pipes themselves aren’t anything amazing, but it’s still a shame if you can’t legally access that area anymore. then we asked a local who has the best ice cream? I would love to go back sometime soon. I read in some other posts people asking about trespassing on the highway, and how being there isnt allowed anymore. I am naïve when it comes to coal. The rocks were warm to the touch (we do mind where we stick our noses.. it stinks). Steam can still be found emitting from certain areas around town. Continuing downhill into the town center, Centralia, Pennsylvania, almost has the feel of a town destroyed by war. The Google maps aerial view from 2012 shows smoke still rising. The fire is underground and is still burning, with enough fuel to keep it burning for another 250+ years. I don’t think so, Thomas, but others might feel differently. I pass thru Centralia twice a day. There were a lot of people there. (Devils Fire) i would love to read it…, Completely intrigued by this location!! I’ve always wanted to go to Centralia so my sons and I just stopped there on our way back home from a college visit at Bloomsburg on 3/27/17. History of Centralia PA. Centralia was first known as the “Bull’s Head”, and the first house in the town on the Catawissa road was built in 1841 by Jonathan Faust, and called the “‘Bull’s Head Tavern”. I have been involved in politics for some time and haven’t heard anything from the inside about this. My parents and I visited on 12/26/16. In some areas the ground did felt a little warm. Centralia is currently declining at a rate of 0.00% annually and its population has increased by 10.00% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 10 in 2010. You see, Centralia is a modern ghost town in PA. However, visiting is a great way to better understand the destructive power of nature. I don’t know or do I ever understand why people would litter? The highest rate of high school graduation is among multiple races people with a rate of 100.00%. I’ve seen a before and after video on youtube. Some cemeteries don’t have pathways per say, and you have to walk across graves to get to the other graves. Which was the old route 61. It is PennDot that is enforcing this so they can only enforce the state road! Thanks for the article. Where can i get your book Centralia,Pa. Just down the road are three very well-kept cemeteries. I was in Centralia just a few days ago and there is absolutely still some smoke coming out of the ground in certain spots. But please respect. A year or two later we were saddened to see a few more homes were demolished…Of course no pics. Sorry I’m bad with names. Locals are the ones on 4 wheelers. re reading your reply, I get it, but you are there. It’s easy because I only live an hour away, maybe not even. I only read about the use of thermal imaging, no one offered photos that I could find. Also worth seeing is the former Veteran’s Memorial, which still has a chain-link fence and the base where the veteran’s memorial statue once stood. They response I got from them was extremely disconcerting – and I know these people on a first name basis as I am involved in politics. https://thetimes-tribune.com/news/eight-local-coal-fires-still-burning-dep-records-state-1.1622232. The … Centralia PA. Learn about upgrading this memorial… Most people who are interested or familar with Centralia Pa and its history, knows about the fire. At that time I was think me made it all up . With all the time that has passed, I don’t remember the exact subject of the story, but obviously fire related. I, however, loved the quiet little town. I just want to take pictures and look around. My mom’s side of the family were Gaughen-her maiden name/Laughlin-her married name. If you visit Centralia, please have respect for the remaining residents and their property, and for the 3 cemeteries. A mobile home park sprung up in the area of the fire, because the mobile homes could be moved if necessary. they do not actually own the land but they own the right to live on the land therefore they can not sell or rent the house they live in. The memorial at the American Legion property is no longer there, and of course the cornerstone was opened in 2014, 2 years early, after it had been vandalized. Pennsylvania, USA, Created by: RoadRunner The Slate Speaks: The fate of Centralia’s Graffiti Highway. Visiting the Covered Bridges of Juniata County, Pennsylvania, Cruising the Susquehanna River on Williamsport’s Hiawatha Riverboat, Visiting the Amazing Jerry’s Classic Cars and Collectables Museum in Pottsville, Experiencing the Spectacular Vista at Hyner View State Park, https://thetimes-tribune.com/news/eight-local-coal-fires-still-burning-dep-records-state-1.1622232. We googled it and went. I plan on visiting Centralia some time. There is still a lot to see in Centralia, and there is still some smoking ground, better seen in the winter (but not like before.) they also can not pass the land onto their kin. I will try and make a trip out there to check it out. He was among the people who stayed and refused to leave. 2005 Photos of Centralia . Since my family is from Mt. Why fight a mine fire to extract worthless coal at a high cost? Byrnesville had only a very few residents. He passed away sometime in 2014. What you have failed to mention is that residents have been forced to move by the government, claiming right of way (if I remember correctly). Say a prayer for those interred in the cemeteries, and for those who still live there. I know that it is expensive. Property values in nearby Mt. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Centralia was: There are 7 adults, (1 of whom are seniors) in Centralia. Casper Ziegler (1844 – 1913), Burial: I traveled along Graffiti Highway as they now like to call it. We’re from New York, so coming down 42, we didn’t check to the left of town. Not sure what will become of this, but I am also working at the state level to find out what is going on. It’s also a good idea to stay upwind of any smoke or steam that you see rising from the ground as it’s likely toxic. John Graziano, December 8, 2020. so as kids are I want to see it for myself. The Fire House/Police Station building still stands and has a yellow firetruck inside, which is still being used in the event of fires in the area. Never heared of the place until recently. Go up to the right and it will put directly into the highway. I forgot to add – a really great link to a local newspaper article regarding some of the other local northeast PA mine fires is: Sounds like a fascinating place to visit. I now live in the Philippines and I would like to know the fate of the burning lower section of Laurel Run. The age group where males are most likely to be married is 55-64, while the female age group most likely to be married is Over 65. Just recently heard of this heart breaking tragedy….very excited to take this adventure, Trip was amazing and so worth the drive! The houses in Centralia were, in reality, worth very little on the open market, despite the fire. Hotels in Centralia Flights to Centralia Car Rentals in Centralia Centralia Vacation Packages Pennsylvania may have travel restrictions in place, including self-quarantine, due to COVID-19. Some of it was insightful sayings and some of it could have been considered art. In many ways, it looked more like a set from a blockbuster action movie than a peaceful country highway. They don’t pay taxes on the hones. However, the fire necessitated such frequent and expensive repairs to the road, that Route 61 was permanently rerouted around the area in 1994. We first started exploring back in summer of 2007. The median rental costs in recent years comes to - per month, and the median house value is -. Reuben Zeigler (1812 – 1886) In just a few hours i will be on my way, a 7 hour trip just to pay respects and see all the hidden memories Centralia holds. Can’t say I blame them, I’d “go down with the ship” so to speak if I was born and raised in Centralia. Briefly-my family (grandfather) moved to Centralia in 1913-he was a pharmacist. I was wondering about using sound at a single point and using microphone recording at the vents to measure volume of the mine. Note: There are still residents that live in town, and to my knowledge, all of the remaining buildings are occupied. ( we actually saw this when we were driving to Centralia, but didn’t know what is was) the fire moved/ is moving toward Ashland. 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