Maps of areas of Radon Gas in Northamptonshire highlight the invisible radioactive gas radon has been found in certain areas of the county.
A Government-produced map reveals Radon is worryingly prevalent in areas such as radon in Corby, radon in Wellingborough and radon gas in Kettering.
Areas of radon in Northampton are also subject to the red “highest Radon potential in 1km grid square” warning.
Public Health England claims this level is so high that in some homes the risk to health is greater than working in a nuclear powerplant.
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Maps show where the invisible radioactive gas radon has been found in Northamptonshire.
Around 1,100 lung cancer deaths have been attributed to exposure to the gas every year.
It means the odourless gas is responsible for more premature deaths than both workplace accidents and drink-driving combined.
The element comes from the radioactive decay of small amounts of uranium which occur naturally in rocks and soils.
The dust is trapped in our airways and emits radiation that damages the inside of our lungs.
This harm, similar to the effects caused by smoking, increases our risk of lung cancer.
Radon levels are generally safe outside but they can build indoors and pose a risk to peoples health.
Public Health England claims this level is so high that in some homes the risk to health is greater than working in a nuclear powerplant.
Radon gas the west of Northamptonshire county, towards Daventry and Rugby, the radon readings ease off to lower levels. Radon Protection UK installs radon mitigation systems in homes.
You can get in touch with our team of radon experts by calling 0800 978 8435.