Much of Florida has been in a drought for over two years, and this summer s rains did not replenish water resources in the District s 16-county region. As a result, hydrologic conditions continue to decline. In early November, aquifer levels were already two feet to more than six feet below the low end of their normal ranges, and many rivers and lakes had already reached extraordinarily low levels. The District is tracking conditions which could produce a more severe scenario than the record lows of last spring. In addition to issuing weekly drought recovery media advisories , the District has sent an emergency notice to local government officials and Water Use Permit holders.
Water restrictions remain in effect throughout the region.
In addition to the District s regional restrictions, some local governments have imposed additional mandatory measures to address local concerns. For more information on drought impacts, please visit the Drought Monitor and other features of the National Drought Mitigation Center website.