A Drone Flew High Above This Abandoned Factory In Ohio And Caught This Truly Eerie Footage

Abandoned places in Ohio are some of the most intriguing places to explore. With crumbling remnants that nature is working to reclaim, it can be fascinating to think about what an abandoned building once was in its heyday. Since trespassing in these sorts of places is prohibited, drone footage is one of the best ways to see what's really hiding behind all the brush and overgrown trees. There are some places in Ohio we wouldn't dare go - not even in the light of day! This abandoned factory in Youngstown, Ohio is one of them.

Ohio, like so many states across the U.S., is home to many abandoned places -- testaments to the former industrial booms (and busts) that comprise the course of American history.

Youngstown, Ohio, is no different. What was once the Republic Rubber Company in Youngstown is now an eery, abandoned factory that sits crumbling in Ohio.

Little remains of this former tire and hose manufacturer for the automotive and aerospace industries. Employing more than 2,000 people and making millions of dollars, this factory was once a major source of income and employment for the city of Youngstown before it officially closed its doors in 1989.

Today, the factory sits empty and overgrown on Albert Street, yet another of Youngstown's abandoned buildings. The Ohio group Lost Youngstown regularly tours these forsaken places, so be sure to give them a follow on Facebook if you're into exploring all things haunted and abandoned in Ohio!

One wonders how long it will take for nature to fully reclaim it.

To get an up-close look at this fascinating, abandoned structure, watch the video below by YouTuber Steeltown Phantom:

What do you think of this footage? Did you know about this abandoned factory in Ohio? Share your thoughts on all things abandoned in Ohio with us in the comments!

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