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Prescribed fires help with environmental stewardship

Prescribed fire at Three Forks Conservation Area in Brevard County

The District is conducting a 8,226-acre prescribed burn today at Three Forks Conservation Area in Brevard County, located within the Indian River Lagoon and Upper St. Johns River Basin.

Rainfall below average for second consecutive month

March brought below-average rainfall to the District for the second consecutive month, with 13 counties receiving less rain than normal. While northern counties saw higher rainfall totals, much of the District remained relatively dry.

Prescribed fire Friday at Three Forks Conservation Area in Brevard County

The District is conducting a 1,380-acre prescribed burn today at Three Forks Conservation Area in Brevard County, located within the Indian River Lagoon and Upper St. Johns River Basin.

Pile burn today at Sunnyhill Restoration Area in Marion County

The District is conducting a pile burn today at Sunnyhill Restoration Area in Marion County, within the Upper Ocklawaha River Basin. This burn, taking place on the North Tract of the property, is a continuation of yesterday’s operation.

District seeks feedback at Southern Recreational Public Meeting

The District invites the public to attend the Southern Recreational Public Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. The meeting will take place at the District’s Palm Bay Service Center, Blue Cypress Room, located at 525 Community College Parkway SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909.

Pile burn today at Sunnyhill Restoration Area in Marion County

The District is conducting a pile burn today at Sunnyhill Restoration Area in Marion County. The burn will be located on the North Tract of the property.

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