Demolition of Portland’s Hazardous Water Tower | Portland News

They finally brought down that dangerous water tower at the former Centennial Mills site after a fire left it structurally compromised — a ticking time bomb over trains, with asbestos and lead paint risks. The city declared a public emergency, shutting down streets as specialists handled the controlled demolition. Before the blast, eerie discoveries hinted at possible human remains, while the fire’s cause remains unknown. Now, the Portland Fire Department leads the next phase of clearing this toxic industrial relic to make way for new development — all while prioritizing safety and environmental protection. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/006a6262a0bfc767