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Industrial Evidence Stream · Abandoned Facilities

What asbestos material did EPA identify at Power City Warehouse in Niagara Falls?

EPA reported that the Power City Warehouse site contained asbestos from pipe insulation, alongside other contaminants including PCBs in light ballasts.

Primary-source reconstructionUpdated September 26, 2026
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  • EPA evaluated the four-acre Power City Warehouse site in Niagara Falls after a New York State request.
  • EPA reported asbestos from pipe insulation at the site.
  • EPA separately identified PCBs in light ballasts and elevated lead in several site areas, demonstrating the multi-hazard context of the property.

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