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Phase III Extreme Water Shortage Declared 🚨
The St. Johns River Water Management District is issuing a Phase III Extreme Water Shortage declaration due to ongoing exceptional drought conditions, declining groundwater levels, and reduced surface water flows across northeast and central Florida.
💧 Current restrictions include:
✅ Landscape irrigation limited to 1 day per week
✅ No irrigation between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
✅ Restrictions tightened for new plantings and sod
✅ Golf course fairway irrigation limited to 1 day per week
✅ Aesthetic water use prohibited
✅ Additional restrictions on pressure washing and other non-essential water uses
The water shortage order is also being expanded into the District’s portion of Lake County.
We are urging all residents, businesses, and institutions to conserve water and eliminate unnecessary water use as drought conditions continue.
🌊 View the complete water shortage order, watering schedules, and water conservation tips here: www.sjrwmd.com/wateringrestrictions/
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New monitoring data shows continued seagrass recovery in the Indian River Lagoon, reflecting years of restoration projects, water quality improvements, and strong partnerships across the region.
From canal flow restoration projects to coordinated monitoring and habitat restoration efforts, partners at the local, state, and regional level continue working together to support the long-term health of the lagoon. While the latest results are encouraging, continued restoration and science-based management remain critical to sustaining progress.
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🌧️ How much rain does Florida need right now?
The rainfall amounts shown on this map represent what would be needed over the next three months to improve extreme drought conditions across the state.
And even with that much rain… drought conditions are still expected to continue.
💦 Every drop counts — conserving water now can help protect Florida’s water resources during these extremely dry conditions.
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