March 3, 2026 – SJRWMD

March 3, 2026

A map graphic announcing a Phase II Severe Water Shortage Advisory issued by the water management district, showing the affected area highlighted in blue covering Alachua and Bradford counties, with cities Gainesville, Micanopy, and Hawthorne marked, surrounded by the yellow-shaded counties of Nassau, Baker, Duval, Clay, St. Johns, Putnam, and Flagler within the district boundary

Published by Communications at March 3, 2026

District declares Modified Phase II Severe Water Shortage for portions of northeast and central Florida

The District has issued a Modified Phase II Severe Water Shortage for portions of northeast and central Florida due to continued limited rainfall and declining water levels.