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Albuquerque, NM – As winter conditions continue across New Mexico and homes remain sealed to retain warmth during colder nights, health officials are warning residents—especially those in Albuquerque and surrounding 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, basements, crawl spaces, and utility openings. New Mexico is considered a moderate to high radon risk state, with elevated levels detected in homes across Bernalillo County, the Albuquerque metro area, and parts of northern New Mexico…