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Richmond, VA – As winter weather continues across Virginia and homes remain sealed to keep out the cold, health officials are warning residents—especially those in Richmond and surrounding communities—about a dangerous indoor health threat that often goes unnoticed. January marks National Radon Action Month, drawing attention to radon gas, often 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 enter homes through foundation cracks, basements, crawl spaces, and utility openings. Large portions of Virginia, particularly central and western regions, are classified as moderate to high radon risk, with elevated levels detected in homes across the Richmond area, Northern Virginia, and the Shenandoah Valley…