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Portland, OR – As winter weather continues across Oregon and homes remain sealed to keep out cold temperatures and rain, health officials are warning residents—especially those in Portland 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. While parts of western Oregon are often considered lower risk, officials say elevated radon levels have been detected in homes across the state, including the Portland metro area, the Willamette Valley, and eastern Oregon…