Florida is known for its lush subtropical climate, desirable temperatures and seasonal rainfall – but at almost any point during the year, we can quickly go from deluge to drought. Did you know that native plants are naturally resilient and better equipped to withstand South Florida’s wet and dry seasons? Using native plants in your landscaping is one fundamental way to turn hobby gardening into habitat restoration.
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Managing water and keeping an eye on the weather go hand-in-hand in South Florida. This is because the Everglades and, more broadly, South Florida are rain-driven ecosystems -- nearly all of the surface water we manage comes from rainfall that falls within the District's boundaries. Did you know that meteorology helps guide some of our most important water management decisions?
The S-310 Boat Lock near Clewiston is now open to public access during normal daytime operating hours, 5:30 a.m. - 9 p.m., effective immediately. Starting Oct. 1, the lock will be open 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Boats may now use the lock to navigate between Lake Okeechobee and the Industrial Canal and C-21 Canal.
