News
Water Conservation: Off and Running at Steeplechase
Race fans will be able to enjoy the comforts of a water-conserving restroom station at this year’s Little Everglades Steeplechase.
Controlled Burns Scheduled for Prairie-Shell Creek Property
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be conducting “controlled, prescribed burns” during March and April on the Prairie-Shell Creek property. The Charlotte County site is west of U.S. Hwy. 17 and east of the Peace River, approximately 8 miles northeast of Punta Gorda.
Southwest Florida Water Management District Receives $1 Million for FARMS Program
State Sen. Michael Bennett and Rep. Nancy Detert recently presented a $1 million check to the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) in support of the Facilitating Agricultural Resource Management Systems (FARMS) program.
Wetlands Treatment System Recommended for Lake Hancock Outfall
The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing Board approved a nitrogen reduction goal for water discharging from Lake Hancock and a preliminary treatment plan to achieve those goals.
Lake Clinch Project Will Improve Flow, Reduce Flooding
A cooperatively funded project among the Southwest Florida Water Management District, Polk County and the City of Frostproof will reduce flooding in the Lake Clinch area by improving flow between Lake Clinch and Reedy Lake.
Controlled Burn Scheduled for Myakka River Project Property
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be conducting “controlled, prescribed burns” during the months of February through April on the District’s Myakka River Project property. The property is located between I-75 and U.S. Hwy. 41 and between Myakka River and North Port.
Water Conservation a Part of Heritage Celebration
Attendees of this year’s African American Heritage Celebration will be able to enjoy the comforts of a water-conserving restroom. The Southwest Florida Water Management District is bringing its water conservation restroom station to the event, which is being held Feb.
Project will improve water quality and restore habitat
A restoration project cooperatively funded by the Southwest Florida Water Management District and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will improve water quality and restore wetlands habitat in the Carrollwood area of Hillsborough County.
Workshop Aims to Make Hernando County Yards
Hernando County residents interested in learning about how to create beautiful landscapes, conserve water and protect the environment can take advantage of a unique educational opportunity.
Freeze Alert for Homeowners with Wells in
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is advising residents who live near Plant City and Dover that they should switch off the pumps on their wells tonight and leave the pumps off until the temperatures warm up Tuesday morning.
New Maps will Identify Flood Hazards in DeSoto and Hardee Counties
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to update flood hazard maps in DeSoto and Hardee counties.
Gardeners Can Benefit from Florida-Friendly Native Plant Landscaping Workshop and Native Plant Sale
Gardeners will have the opportunity to learn some new gardening techniques at a Florida-Friendly Native Plant Landscaping Workshop being held this Saturday, Feb. 11 at South Florida Community College (SFCC), Hardee Campus.