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It's A Hot, Dirty Job, But Somebody Still Has To Do It

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The Boston region is in for more hot days as the heat wave continues. Cities have set up cooling centers for residents who don’t have air conditioning. But there’s no getting away from the heat for many who have to work in it.

Boston's roofers, kitchen workers and trucker drivers are among the many who have no choice but to work in the heat.

This program aired on July 21, 2011.

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