Radon Action Month
Long-term exposure to radon - a colorless, odorless, tasteless radioactive gas - is the most frequent cause of lung cancer in non-smokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer in smokers. Locally, about 2/3 homes tested in 2008 had radon levels high enough to warrant mitigation recommendation. There are reduction techniques that work in virtually any home.
Marion Schaub, radon program coordinator for San Juan Basin Health says January and February are the best times to test here because homes are closed up tighter then. “Testing is easy to do,” Schaub notes, “and it’s the only sure way to tell whether or not your home is affected by radon.” San Juan Basin Health and Colorado State Extension Office are offering free radon presentations throughout Southwest Colorado again this year. Individuals attending also receive free test kits.
People can also get kits at local hardware stores. Discount coupons are available at www.coloradoradon.info. The website includes a public information video, a list of certified contractors and resources. People can also call the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Radon Hotline at 1-800-846-3986.
Date Location Time
Tuesday, January 12 LaPlata County Fairgrounds 12:00 noon
Saturday, January 16 LaPlata County Fairgrounds 1:00 pm
Thursday, January 21 Bayfield Public Library 6.00 pm
Thursday, January 28 La Plata County Fairgrounds 3:00 pm
Thursday, February 11 La Plata County Fairgrounds 10:00 am
Tuesday, February 25 LaPlata County Fairgrounds 5:30 pm