Rep. Sandoval calls for extreme heat protections after death of Yuma farmworker

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Arizona State Representative Mariana Sandoval (D-Arizona) calls for extreme heat protections after the death of a Yuma farmworker.

Sandoval said 25-year-old Dario Mendoza died after collapsing in a Yuma agriculture field last week during a record heat wave.

Mendoza leaves behind his partner and two children.

Sandoval, who represents Yuma at the state capitol is calling on the Arizona House and Senate to pass legislation to protect all workers, including agricultural workers, from extreme heat by mandating standards for adequate rest, hydration, and shade.

"Mr. Mendoza's tragic passing is a sign that our state is failing farmworkers, who are not only the backbone of our agricultural sector, but who are also valued and cherished members of our community,” stated Rep. Sandoval.

Mendoza’s gofundme account can be found HERE.