Phoenix Sky Harbor Workers Rally for Enhanced Heat Safety Measures

In a striking display of advocacy, Cecilia Ortiz, a passenger service agent at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, protested the dangerous working conditions faced by airport employees due to extreme heat. On Tuesday, Ortiz donned a Dia de los Muertos mask, a purple union-branded bucket hat, and a cooling towel around her neck as she gathered outside her employer’s office.

Ortiz has emerged as a prominent figure in the growing movement calling for enhanced heat protections for airport workers. With temperatures soaring, the necessity for immediate action has never been more critical. The climate crisis has compounded the challenges these workers face daily, intensifying their demands for safer working environments.

The gathering reflects broader concerns over worker safety in high-temperature conditions. Advocates argue that the current measures are insufficient, placing workers’ health at risk. As the fight for better heat protections gains momentum, Ortiz’s voice resonates with many who share similar experiences in the aviation industry.