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Louisville, KY – As winter weather continues across Kentucky and homes remain tightly sealed to keep out the cold, health officials are warning residents—especially those in Louisville and surrounding communities—about a dangerous indoor health threat that often goes unnoticed. January marks National Radon Action Month, highlighting 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. Large portions of Kentucky—particularly central and eastern regions—are classified as moderate to high radon risk, with elevated levels frequently detected in homes across Jefferson County, the Bluegrass Region, and Appalachia…