Fall radon testing recommended

The BC Lung Association says the fall is a good time to test your home for radon gas.

Sealing your doors and windows for the winter can cause unsafe levels of radon to form.

Britt Swoveland with the radon aware program explains.

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer next to smoking.

Test kits can be purchased for as little as $30.

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