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Smoke, Sweat, and Farmworkers in Crisis
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Wildfires are creeping in earlier than ever, turning Washington’s farms into smoke-filled battlegrounds for hundreds of thousands of farmworkers. Even though cherry and blueberry harvests are holding up, the unpredictable smoke and heat are pushing workers to start earlier or pick at night — risking their lungs with every hour spent outside. New state rules now require employers to monitor air quality and provide masks when levels hit 100, but even then, workers endure long hours under dangerous conditions. Community groups are stepping up with protective kits and health info, while farm associations offer shade and water — all as workers navigate health risks and fear of speaking up.
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