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Indianapolis, IN – As winter conditions continue across Indiana and homes remain tightly sealed to retain heat, health officials are urging residents—especially those in Indianapolis and surrounding communities—to be aware of a dangerous indoor health threat that often goes unnoticed. January marks National Radon Action Month, highlighting 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 seep into homes through foundation cracks, basements, crawl spaces, and utility openings. Large portions of Indiana are classified as moderate to high radon risk, with elevated levels frequently detected in homes across Marion County, central Indiana, and northern parts of the state…