Florence, South Carolina

Located in the coastal plain of South Carolina, the city of Florence is the largest in Florence County and has a population of about 31,000. Florence’s early days were based around the railroad boom, as the city quickly became a major railroad depot of the southeastern U.S. Today, Florence retains its central status as an industry and infrastructure hub.

By the 20th century, Florence was an incorporated city with three major railroads passing through city limits: the Wilmington and Manchester, the Northeastern, and the Cheraw and Darlington. The city used the railroads to further propel their cotton, timber, and tobacco industries toward success and following World War II, Florence’s economy diversified into textiles, pharmaceuticals, paper, and manufacturing. E.I. Dupont De Nemours & Company, General Electric Company, and Smurfit-Stone Container Enterprises, Inc. operated facilities in Florence. Today, Florence is home to fourteen Fortune 500 companies and nine international companies, and has emerged as a stronger center for healthcare.

Florence’s manufacturing and construction roots make exposure to asbestos an ongoing issue in the community. Workers exposed to asbestos have the risk of developing mesothelioma, a type of cancer. If you were diagnosed with mesothelioma in Florence, South Carolina, you may benefit from seeking the advice of an asbestos lawyer.

Jobsites in Florence where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Florence, SC 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 Florence, SC

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Florence, SC. 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.