Outdoor workers deal with extreme heat in Richmond: ‘It’s like a desert’

RICHMOND, Va. — As temperatures climb into the triple digits in much of Central Virginia, outdoor workers face particularly challenging conditions.

Jesus Lopez, a construction worker, shared his experience: “It’s terrible, man. Very hot,” he said.

For others like Dominique Shelton, who works in lawn care, the heat feels unbearable. “It’s like a desert; it’s taking everything from you,” he explained…

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