Radon gas levels in homes in Canada are rising

 

 

Radon gas levels in homes in Canada are rising.
Radon is an invisible, odorless and tasteless gas. It is found in dangerously high levels inside homes. It affects 17.8 per cent of people.

The study was conducted by researchers at the University of Calgary. Radon is a gas that comes from the ground, said Alex Budd, owner of Budd Radon Services. It comes from uranium contained in rocks. Alex Budd says the gas can accumulate in your home and cause lung cancer. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. The gas often enters homes through foundation cracks and other leaks. Radon levels inside homes are higher in the winter because the floor is frozen. Experts say that lack of ventilation in the house due to closed windows is also a reason