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New York City, NY – As winter temperatures settle across New York and homes remain sealed against the cold, health officials are urging residents—especially in New York City and surrounding suburbs—to be aware of a serious indoor threat that cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted. January marks National Radon Action Month, highlighting radon gas, often called the “invisible killer” inside the home.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas released from soil and rock. It can enter buildings through foundation cracks, basements, crawl spaces, and utility openings. While radon is often associated with rural areas, officials say elevated levels have been detected in New York City apartments, single-family homes, and buildings across the state, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and upstate regions…