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South Florida's scorching heat pushes outdoor workers to their limits: "The temperatures feel awful"
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Ivan Taylor , as published by CBS4 Miami
· July 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A construction worker's day starts early, at 7 a. Further details are available from CBS4 Miami, including comments from workers about their experiences with the heat.
Outdoor workers in South Florida are struggling with the heat. Construction and other outside jobs are being affected. Workers have to keep going despite the difficult conditions.
m. The heat makes the job much harder, especially during certain hours. Working without shade is particularly tough.
Further details are available from CBS4 Miami , including comments from workers about their experiences with the heat. They describe the challenges of working in direct sunlight and the physical effects of the heat.
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Category: safety Published: July 11, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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