Farmworkers in New York are facing dangerous conditions as they continue to labor amid extreme heat, with temperatures pushing well beyond safe working limits. Reports highlight concerns over dehydration, heat exhaustion, and long-term health risks as workers endure prolonged exposure without adequate shade or breaks. Advocacy groups are calling for stronger protections and enforcement of labor laws to address the growing crisis in agricultural fields. The situation underscores broader challenges for seasonal workers in high-temperature environments.


New York farmworkers labor through extreme heat  TheDailyNewsOnline.com