Lake Worth Drainage District

4 hours ago

⚠️ ATTENTION PALM BEACH COUNTY NEIGHBORS ⚠️

An important update on our local water situation that could affect all of us in the coming months. 💧

✨ THE SITUATION:
Palm Beach County is experiencing significant drought conditions.

Lake Okeechobee—one of our primary water sources—is currently at 12.66 feet, about 2 feet below the historical average for this time of year. We’ve received less than half the expected rainfall from October through January.

✨ WHAT’S COMING:
There’s a 25% chance the lake could enter the Water Shortage Management Band, prompting the South Florida Water Management District to consider mandatory water restrictions.

📅 Timing: as early as March or as late as May
🚿 Possible change: irrigation reduced from 3 days/week to 2 days/week

✨ WHAT YOU CAN DO TODAY:
NOTE: Keep in mind that some communities require sod; best to check your local community regulations. That said...

You don’t have to wait for restrictions—start conserving now:

1️⃣ Reduce lawn watering to 2–3 times per week
2️⃣ Water only during allowed hours (before 10 AM or after 4 PM)
3️⃣ Check for and repair leaks in your home
4️⃣ Run dishwashers and washing machines only with full loads
5️⃣ Consider replacing water-hungry grass with drought-tolerant native plants 🌱

✨ WHY IT MATTERS:
This isn’t just about lawns. Water shortages impact:
• Municipal drinking water supplies
• Local agriculture 🌾
• The health of the Loxahatchee River ecosystem
• Fire safety (we’re already at a moderate Fire Danger Index) 🔥

Every gallon saved today helps protect water availability for everyone tomorrow. We’ll continue monitoring the situation and keep you informed.

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