During the grape harvest in California's North Bay, farmworkers face hazardous wildfire smoke, which exacerbates their already perilous health conditions and safety challenges.
"Even my saliva turns black," says Maria Salinas, illustrating the profound impact of smoke and dust in vineyards, revealing the harsh realities faced by farmworkers.
Wildfire smoke’s fine particles can lead to serious health issues, notably asthma and heart disease, underscoring the dangers farmworkers encounter during harvest season.
A study noted 2,305 premature deaths from wildfire smoke in Sonoma County, highlighting the severe health risks farmworkers endure due to poor working conditions.
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