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Be Informed About Radon

Do you know the facts about radon? Radon is a naturally-occurring gas that exists in every home and structure. Radon reaches unsafe levels in an average of 1 in 3 homes in the Kansas City region, across both Kansas and Missouri. The EPA deems levels at or above 4 pCi/L as a health risk. We believe in educating our customers and the community about radon facts so they can make informed decisions to protect their families.

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What Is Radon?

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Radon is a radioactive gas created when uranium in the earth’s rock, soil or water decays. Radon is a naturally-occurring gas that exists in every home and structure. Radon is one of the most significant environmental health risks that exists today. It reaches unsafe levels in an average of 1 in 3 homes in the Kansas City region, across both Kansas and Missouri. The EPA deems levels at or above 4 pCi/L as a health risk. We believe in educating our customers and the community about radon facts so they can make informed decisions to protect their families.

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This Radon map was created to assist National, State, and local organizations to better target internal resources as well as to implement building codes to address radon-resistance. This map is not intended to be used to determine if a home in a given zone should be tested for radon. Homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three zones. All homes should be tested regardless of geographic location.

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Facts: Where Does Radon Come From?

Radon gas seeps into homes and structures from rock and soil beneath the foundation. It can be found in new construction and older homes and buildings. Certain areas of the region and country can produce higher levels based on the composition of the earth’s rock and soil in that area. You cannot detect radon with smell, taste, or sight, but it exists in EVERY home and structure. The only way to determine if radon levels are above the EPA’s Action Level of 4 pCi/L is to conduct a radon test.

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Facts: Why is it dangerous?

Radon is a radioactive gas and Class A carcinogen. When exposed to high levels of radon, individuals are at risk for lung cancer, especially those who smoke, have lung disease or are children. The American Lung Association and U.S. Surgeon General classify radon exposure as the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.

Facts: How do you fix it?

Radon is a radioactive gas and Class A carcinogen. When exposed to high levels of radon, individuals are at risk for lung cancer, especially those who smoke, have lung disease or are children. The American Lung Association and U.S. Surgeon General classify radon exposure as the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Radon

What causes radon in the home?
Radon is a radioactive gas that forms naturally when uranium, thorium, or radium, which are radioactive metals break down in rocks, soil and groundwater.
Where is radon concentration the highest?
Radon levels are usually higher in basements, cellars, and any living space in contact with the ground.
If my radon levels are high, will there be an odor or any other indicator?
No. That’s the tricky part about radon. It has no smell, is invisible to the naked eye and has no taste. It is considered one of the most life-threatening forms since it cannot be detected without proper testing. The Surgeon General and American Lung Association warn that radon gas has been proven the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.
Does radon really cause cancer?

Yes. Radon rapidly decays, releasing radioactive particles into the air. When inhaled, these particles damage cells in the lung. This risk is associated with long-term exposure to high levels of radon. Exposure to smoke and/or other existing lung diseases compounded with radon exposure may increase risk.

How long does it take for radon to cause cancer?

Radon decays quickly, giving off tiny radioactive particles that are airborne as a gas. When inhaled, radon gas can damage the cells that line your lungs, which can lead to cancer.

Radon is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the United States, though it usually takes 5 to 25 years to develop symptoms.

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