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January is Radon Month
January is national radon month, for more information and testing click here.
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January is National Radon Awareness Month Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas and comes from the natural breakdown uranium You cannot see, smell or taste radon, but it may be a problem in your home Radon can enter homes through cracks in floors, walls, or foundations, and collect…
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Environmental Services The Environmental Services Department provides a number of services to the citizens of Adair County.Services includeInspections of Adair County Food EstablishmentsAdministration of the Adair County Food OrdinanceTraining provided to non-profit food establishments upon requestInspections of state licensed lodging establishments and daycare providersTesting of private drinking water suppliesSubmission of specimens for rabies testingConsultations regardingMoldRadonLeadOn-site wastewater concerns Contact…
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Radon Radon is considered to be the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. Radon is a gaseous radioactive element that occurs from the natural breakdown of uranium in rocks and soil. It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. Radon becomes a risk indoors because as it continues to break down, it emits atomic…
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