July 14, 2026
Several acres in Brevard County will be preserved as conservation land following the St. Johns River Water Management District Governing Board’s approval of a land acquisition within Pine Island Conservation Area.
July 16, 2026
The St. Johns River Water Management District is conducting a 605-acre prescribed fire on the northwestern portion of Hal Scott Regional Preserve and Park in Orange County, situated in the Middle St. Johns River Basin. Its purpose is to reduce hazardous fuel loads, improve habitat for the red-cockaded woodpecker and maintain fire dependent natural communities.
July 17, 2026
Beneath the surface of the Indian River Lagoon, seagrass meadows not only provide critical habitat for fish and wildlife but also serve as an important indicator of the lagoon’s health. Now, the public can explore the story of seagrasses in the lagoon through a new interactive StoryMap from the St. Johns River Water Management District.
July 22, 2026
The St. Johns River Water Management District is conducting a 680-acre prescribed fire on the northern portion of Hal Scott Regional Preserve and Park in Orange County, situated in the Middle St. Johns River Basin. Its purpose is to reduce hazardous fuel loads, improve habitat for the red-cockaded woodpecker and maintain fire dependent natural communities. Crews will also burn the remaining portion of a management unit where a 300-acre wildfire occurred Monday night, helping secure the entire area and reduce the risk of future wildfire activity.
July 23, 2026
The St. Johns River Water Management District has opened the public comment period for the draft 2026 Middle St. Johns River Basin Plan.
July 28, 2026
The District is conducting a 1,230-acre prescribed fire on the western portion of Hal Scott Regional Preserve and Park in Orange County, situated in the Middle St. Johns River Basin. Its purpose is to reduce hazardous fuel loads, improve habitat for the red-cockaded woodpecker and maintain fire dependent natural communities.
July 31, 2026
Students across the District will have new opportunities to explore Florida's waterways, conduct scientific research and connect with the environment through the Blue School Grant program.
August 3, 2026
The Headwaters Boat Ramp, including the kayak launch, at the Fellsmere Water Management Area (FWMA) will be temporarily closed August 3–6 as the District continues the series of scheduled monthly closures to support maintenance and habitat restoration activities.
August 7, 2026
While recent rainfall has brought welcome relief to portions of northeast and central Florida, the St. Johns River Water Management District (District) is reminding residents, businesses and large water users that drought recovery will take time.
August 11, 2026
Rainfall across the St. Johns River Water Management District (District) remained below average in July, with drought conditions continuing across portions of western and northern counties. Although southern areas experienced modest improvements in groundwater levels, the majority of the Upper Floridan aquifer remained below the normal range. Continued below-average rainfall and low groundwater levels highlight the importance of water conservation as the District continues to monitor drought conditions.
August 12, 2026
The St. Johns River Water Management District is conducting a 200-acre prescribed fire today at the District’s Lake Apopka North Shore in Lake County, situated in the Middle St. Johns River Basin. Its purpose is to reduce hazardous fuel loads and maintain fire dependent natural communities.
August 12, 2026
Across the District’s 18 counties, water connects neighborhoods, businesses and natural systems. Conserving this important resource is a priority.
August 13, 2026
The St. Johns River Water Management District is expanding mapping and monitoring efforts at some of the region's most iconic springs, collecting detailed scientific information to help protect these treasured waters, unique habitats and popular destinations where millions of people swim, paddle, snorkel and experience Florida's natural beauty each year.
August 20, 2026
The St. Johns River Water Management District (District), Nassau County and the city of Atlantic Beach are committing to ongoing collaboration to protect and restore coastlines and tidal marshes in North Florida. Two recently initiated memorandums of agreement (MOAs), executed separately between the District and Nassau County and the District and the city of Atlantic Beach, provide an efficient and effective framework for partnering on coastal restoration efforts.
August 21, 2026
Recent rainfall has provided some welcome relief to portions of central Florida, but significant rainfall deficits remain, and full recovery of water resources is a long-term process. The St. Johns River Water Management District (District) is reminding residents, businesses and large water users that despite recent storms, significant rainfall deficits persist and water conservation remains essential.