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SFWMD to close locks on Sept. 27 at 6 p.m.
Due to the updated forecast of Tropical Storm Ian, the South Florida Water Management District will close all navigational locks on Tuesday, Sept. 27 at 6 pm. T more
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Lock schedule changes as storm nears
In anticiaption of Hurricane Ian, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will change the lock schedules.  Safe harbor lockages wilk begin on Sunday Sept. 25 2022 to allow safe passage for vessels … more
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A master plan for the Okee-Tantie recreation area is under development.
OUA to extend sewer lines to Okee-Tantie
Bass Pro expects to have permits in hand in about 18 months ... more
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Lake O level continues to drop
Lake Okeechobee’s level continued to recede last week, primarily due to evapotranspiration.  more
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Summer heat means more water loss to evapotranspiration
During what should be the “wet season” when the lake level should be rising, it is instead falling. more
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(Top image) Aerial application of herbicide and prescribed burns (bottom photo) are common methods for cattail managements. Both techniques require use of a helicopter.
FWC plans to spray and burn cattails on Lake O
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) is seeking input on the plan to manage cattails on Lake Okeechobee. more
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St. Lucie Lock to close for maintenance Sept. 6
The St. Lucie Lock will be closed for one day to support maintenance on Tuesday, Sept. 6. more
Lake level nears Water Shortage Management Band
As Lake Okeechobee continues to decline and the lake level nears the water shortage band, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is focusing on conservation. more
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Lake level nears Water Shortage Management Band
As Lake Okeechobee continues to decline and the lake level nears the water shortage band, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is focusing on conservation. more
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Lake level nears Water Shortage Management Band
As Lake Okeechobee continues to decline and the lake level nears the water shortage band, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is focusing on conservation. more
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Lake level nears Water Shortage Management Band
As Lake Okeechobee continues to decline and the lake level nears the water shortage band, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is focusing on conservation. more
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Most of the water entering Lake Okeechobee since June has been from direct rainfall into the lake.
Much-needed rain predicted for this weekend
A tropical wave is predicted to pass over South Florida this weekend, bringing some much needed rain ... more
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Much-needed rain predicted for this weekend
A tropical wave is predicted to pass over South Florida this weekend, bringing some much needed rain ... more
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Water managers continue to monitor Lake O for algae
While there is algae in the lake, toxin levels remain below the level set by the Environmental Protection Agency for drinking water. more
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Water managers continue to monitor Lake O for algae
While there is algae in the lake, toxin levels remain below the level set by the Environmental Protection Agency for drinking water. more
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The Julian Keen Jr. Lock at Moore Haven is more than 40 miles from the Franklin Lock, where Caloosahatchee River target flow is measured. [Photo courtesy U.S. Army Corps of Engineers]
Lake Okeechobee releases planned for sediment study
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District plans to execute a minor deviation Tuesday, August 23... more
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Government agencies study plan to manage Lake O
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues to accept comments on the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual Environmental Statement. more
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Government agencies study plan to manage Lake O
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues to accept comments on the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual Environmental Statement. more
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SFWMD recently met to discuss how the Lake Okeechobee water stored in the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) reservoir would be used.
Lake O level continues to fall
“Lake levels have typically come up this time of year, but they have been falling," ... more
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The Moore Haven Lock and Dam is know known as the ‘Julian Keen, Jr. Lock and Dam’ in his memory.
Citrus growers concerned LOSOM could threaten water supply
Will the operational flexibility in the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual (LOSOM) leave farmers without sufficient water for their crops? more
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