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Oct 27

Radon campaign reveals high levels of radioactive gasses in many homes

Results from a campaign to test radon levels in Valemount and McBride are back and tests show that 10% of homes in Valemount and 17% in McBride reported levels higher than 200 becquerels per cubic metre.

That measurement, becquerels per cubic metre, is a measure of radioactivity and 200 becquerels per cubic metre is the limit outlined by Health Canada. Anything above that indicates something should be done to mitigate radon levels.

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In a letter to the village councils, Pam Warkentin urged both councils to continue playing a role in raising awareness about radon.

“Many Canadians still don’t know that radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers, and that simply reducing radon exposure can save lives,” said Warkentin. “We commend the villages for their leadership in bringing attention to this cancer-causing gas and helping its residents test their homes.”

Warkentin said that long-term exposure to high levels of radon damages the DNA in lung tissue and is currently leading to over 3,000 Canadian deaths each year – more than the combined toll of car collisions, house fires, carbon monoxide poisoning and drowning combined.

If the radon level is high (above 200 Bq/m3), homeowners should take action to reduce it by consulting a certified radon reduction specialist.

https://www.therockymountaingoat.com/2020/10/radon-campaign-reveals-high-levels-of-radioactive-gasses-in-many-homes/

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