Overview

• Farmworkers in Sonoma County faced dangerous air quality during the 2020 wildfires.
• Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to serious health issues, including respiratory and heart diseases.
• Current safety programs are inadequate in protecting farmworkers from hazardous conditions.
• Researchers recommend stricter regulations, air quality monitoring, and health screenings for workers.
• Economic and legal vulnerabilities make it difficult for farmworkers to advocate for safer conditions.