Tyrone, Morrow County, Ohio facts for kids

Tyrone is a place in Westfield Township, Morrow County, in the U.S. state of Ohio. It is known as a ghost town.

What is a Ghost Town?

A ghost town is a place where most or all people have moved away. The buildings and streets are often still there. But they are empty and quiet. Towns become ghost towns for many reasons. Sometimes, a local industry closes down. This could be a mine or a factory. People then leave to find work elsewhere. Other times, a new road or railway bypasses the town. This makes it harder for businesses to thrive.

History of Tyrone

Tyrone was first planned out in the year 1829. This means that people started to build and settle there around that time. Over the years, people eventually moved away from Tyrone. This is why it is now called a ghost town.