'Brutal' trade-offs keep some South Bay farmworkers laboring in dangerous heat

"We suffered that day because of the heat. It felt so terrible, I can't explain it, like this feeling of desperation. ... We could have died."

"The trade-offs are brutal. And the risks are compounding on so many levels."

"Even though the state mandates heat protections, many employers throughout the state aren't taking the necessary precautions to protect their workers."

"Some will even forgo drinking water to avoid bathroom breaks, risking dehydration due to scarce or distant restroom facilities."

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