Kokomo, Indiana

Kokomo is a city in and the county seat of Howard County, Indiana. With a population of more than 45,000 citizens, Kokomo is Indiana’s 13th largest city. It is also the larger principal city of the Kokomo-Peru Combined Statistical Area, which includes all of Howard and Tipton counties.

Initially a trading post for commerce between Native Americans and European-Americans in the early 19th century, Kokomo incorporated as a city in 1865. In 1886, natural gas was discovered in Kokomo, leading to a "boom" in business. The Diamond Plate Glass Company began in Kokomo in 1887, attracted by the inexpensive and plentiful natural gas. This company later became part of Pittsburgh Plate Glass, or PPG. The Kokomo Opalescent Glass Works started making stained glass in Kokomo in 1888 and has been in continuous operation ever since. Kokomo is officially known as the "City of Firsts" for, among other achievements, being a pioneer of United States automobile manufacturing, with Elwood Haynes test-driving his early internal combustion engine auto in the city in 1894. Haynes and his associates built several more autos over the next few years; the Haynes-Apperson Automobile Company for mass-production of commercial autos was established in Kokomo in 1898. Haynes went on to invent stainless steel flatware in 1912. In 1938, the Delco Radio Division of General Motors (now Delphi) developed the first push button car radio. Today, Delco distinguishes itself as a top employer in Kokomo. Other large employers include Kokomo Casting Plant, Chrysler, Indiana Transmission, and General Motors.

Kokomo, Indiana has a history of heavy industry, much of it concentrated in the first half of the 20th century, when asbestos-containing materials were widely used. Workers exposed to asbestos may be at risk for mesothelioma. If you were exposed to asbestos in Kokomo, you may benefit from seeking the advice of an asbestos attorney.

Jobsites in Kokomo where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Kokomo, IN have been identified as harboring asbestos containing materials. These sites, at one point in their history, were known to have exposed a variety of tradesmen to asbestos. We will be documenting in more detail how asbestos exposure occurred at these sites in the future on this web site.

Mesothelioma Cancer Centers Near Kokomo, IN

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Kokomo, IN. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered, professional designations, areas of expertise and how to contact the center.

Mesothelioma Doctors Near Kokomo, IN

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors who are located within a 100 mile radius of Kokomo, IN. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about his/her background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations and office locations.