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Post-Hurricane Milton Update - Executive Director Drew Bartlett Provides an Update from the SFWMD's Emergency Operations Center
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South Florida Water Management District (District) Executive Director Drew Bartlett provided a Post-Hurricane Milton update today from the District's Emergency Operations Center.
District Actions
- The District continues to actively monitor, manage and adjust our primary water management system Post-Hurricane Milton.
- All canals within our water management system remained within their banks and are now back to pre-storm operating levels.
- The District deployed three high-capacity pumps to move a high volume of water in the Upper Kissimmee Chain of Lakes.
- All District-managed lands have reopened. Some lands may have campgrounds and interior vehicles access roads that are temporarily closed. If you have a reservation, email AskUs@sfwmd.gov with any questions.
- All District navigational boat locks have reopened.
Residents are reminded to avoid floodwaters and pay attention to their County Emergency Operations Center.
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