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GUEST EDITORIAL: Resources should be focused on water supplies, not lawsuits
The “water wars” in the Tampa Bay region spanned three decades, cost taxpayers tens of millions of dollars, and taught us valuable lessons about how to address regional water supply issues.
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Regulation Division Recognized for Excellence
The District’s Regulation Division recently received two awards from the Florida Sterling Council, an organization promoting excellence in business management.
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District to Hold Workshop on Minimum and Guidance Levels for Brant Lake in Hillsborough County
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) invites the public to a workshop on Thursday, Aug. 23 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lutz Community Center located at 98 1st Ave. NW in Lutz.
District Deactivates Tampa Bypass Canal System, Returns to Normal Operating Conditions
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) has deactivated the Lower Hillsborough Flood Detention Area (LHFDA), reopening the S-155 structure allowing normal flow down the river.
District Temporarily Closes Airboat Slides
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) has temporarily closed the Brogden Bridge at Turner Camp Road and Wysong-Coogler airboat slides in Citrus County due to safety concerns associated with high water levels.
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Prescribed Burns: Along the Fire Line
The District’s land management section conducts prescribed burns on approximately 30,000 acres each year. Here’s a quick look at what it’s like along the fire line.
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