Mountain fire in Ventura County causes $7 million in agricultural losses and impacts farmworkers

The Mountain fire in Ventura County has caused an estimated $7 million in agricultural losses, damaging crops and structures. While farmers may access disaster relief, many farmworkers lack financial support due to their undocumented status. The fire, which is now 98% contained, has affected air quality, forcing workers like Samuel and Florentino to leave their jobs. They lost two days of pay, highlighting the financial strain on field workers during such disasters. Local organizations have raised funds to assist affected workers, but the support is limited. Many undocumented workers do not qualify for federal benefits, leaving them vulnerable during emergencies.