Radon is a naturally-occurring radioactive gas that has been identified as the second leading cause of lung cancer. It is released during the decay of uranium-238 and subsequently radium-226, which are found in varying amounts in rock, soil, and groundwater. Odorless, invisible, and without taste, radon cannot be detected by the human senses. Radon often enters the home through un-encapsulated crawl spaces underneath the home and presents extreme health hazards to occupants.
Learn more about the presence of radon in Ohio and its harmful effects here.