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Charleston, SC – As winter weather continues across South Carolina and homes remain sealed to conserve heat, health officials are warning residents—especially those in Charleston and surrounding Lowcountry communities—about a dangerous indoor health threat that often goes unnoticed. January marks National Radon Action Month, drawing attention to radon gas, commonly referred to as 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 seep into homes through foundation cracks, crawl spaces, basements, and utility openings. While South Carolina is often viewed as lower risk than some northern states, officials say elevated radon levels have been detected in homes across multiple regions, including coastal and upstate areas…