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Metro Atlanta county talks keeping workers cool during excessive heat
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Michele Newell , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 18, 2026
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Key points Further information on how the county supports workers during extreme heat is available from local news sources, including Channel 2 News, which observed the Cobb County Department of Transportation's efforts firsthand. Cobb County transportation workers face challenging conditions when working outdoors in high heat.
Cobb County transportation workers face challenging conditions when working outdoors in high heat. To mitigate this, safety measures are in place.
Supervisors check in on crews when the heat index exceeds a certain threshold. They ensure workers have access to cold water and other cooling materials.
Further information on how the county supports workers during extreme heat is available from local news sources, including Channel 2 News, which observed the Cobb County Department of Transportation's efforts firsthand.
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Category: local Published: August 18, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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