Did you know the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) supports alternative water supply and conservation projects that help meet future water needs in South Florida?

The SFWMD is now accepting applications for cost-share projects to develop alternative water supplies that help meet the growing demand on limited water resources throughout its 16-county region. This initiative is part of the State of Florida’s continuing efforts to implement cost-effective strategies to conserve its precious water resources while meeting the state's water needs.

As the winter season approaches and daylight becomes shorter, there are many ways to explore the great outdoors and enjoy the cooler weather throughout Southern and Central Florida.

The winter solstice is Thursday, December 21, marking the shortest day of the year in terms of sunlight. In the days leading up to the solstice, there are fewer hours of daylight, allowing for longer tranquil nights.

Did you know conserving water helps reduce stress on our water supplies during the dry season when rainfall is limited? In South Florida, water is a precious resource that must be managed and conserved year-round to protect our communities and natural systems.

More than 50 percent of the water used by South Florida residents is for landscape irrigation. With billions of gallons of water used every day and projections for continued population growth, we all need to do our part to conserve water and ensure there is enough for people and the environment.

This week, we’re celebrating an anniversary for America’s iconic River of Grass. This extraordinary ecosystem was formally dedicated as Everglades National Park on December 6, 1947.

As we celebrate the national park’s 76th anniversary tomorrow, Wednesday, December 6, 2023, we’re highlighting our continued work to support the ecological health of our Everglades now and for future generations.

The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season comes to an end on Thursday, November 30, but the South Florida Water Management District continues to proactively prepare for significant weather events all year long.

Did you know SFWMD water managers and field operations staff are prepared to move water to meet varying conditions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year? The SFWMD operates the region's primary water control system and manages water supplies year-round. Our staff continue to meet this challenge even during South Florida's weather extremes.

As we approach Thanksgiving, we are grateful for our talented team of employees who work year-round to carry out the South Florida Water Management District’s public service mission. Did you know SFWMD employees work from Orlando to the Florida Keys to safeguard and restore South Florida's water resources and ecosystems, protect our communities from flooding, and meet the region's water needs?

Did you know the South Florida Water Management District uses advanced GIS technology to safeguard, protect and restore South Florida’s water resources and ecosystems?

This week, we’re celebrating GIS Day on Wednesday, November 15 by highlighting how the SFWMD is using GIS tools to gather data and information that helps guide water management decisions from Orlando to the Florida Keys.

The end of Daylight-Saving Time brings shorter days, longer nights, and the opportunity to enjoy the dark sky over Central and Southern Florida.

Did you know the SFWMD has taken great strides to enhance and expand the recreational activities that are available on SFWMD lands from Orlando to the Florida Keys? 

From camping to stargazing to hiking and more, you will find plenty of ways to enjoy the cooler temperatures and the starry night sky. Activities include:

It’s Bat Week, and we’re highlighting the many benefits provided by these winged wonders. Did you know that bats play an important role in our environment and help maintain the balance of South Florida’s ecosystems?

In recognition of Bat Week, we encourage you to explore these bat-tastic facts and learn more about Florida's bat species:

Did you know that the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has one of the nation's largest invasive plant management programs? 

SFWMD battles many species of non-native, invasive plants including Brazilian pepper, and floating and submerged aquatic vegetation such as hydrilla and water hyacinth. The SFWMD has initiated several major restoration projects via removal of invasive plants including the Picayune Strand Restoration Project and the Sam Jones - Abiaki Prairie Mitigation Project.