🌲 District staff recently conducted an on-site inspection of a 5-acre stand of Bald Cypress trees along the south shore of Orange Lake in Marion County.

The visit focused on evaluating the health, structure, and long-term viability of these mature trees within a protected conservation area. Current drought conditions also allowed staff closer access to the site, providing a rare opportunity to observe the impressive scale and condition of the cypress stand. 🌿

Ongoing monitoring efforts like this help support the health and management of important natural systems across the District. 💧

Because Florida water — it’s worth saving. 💙 ... See MoreSee Less

🌸 Pink showdown in Florida wetlands 🌸

Flamingo 👍
OR
Roseate Spoonbill ❤️
— which one gets your vote?

Flamingos are rare here… but roseate spoonbills are right at home across SJRWMD lands 👀💧

Sound off below 👇 ... See MoreSee Less

🌧️ How Much Rain Does Florida Need to End the Drought? 🌧️

This map shows the estimated inches of rainfall needed across Florida to help end current drought conditions.

Many areas across the state remain significantly below normal rainfall totals, with some regions needing more than 30 inches of rain to fully recover from ongoing drought impacts.

💧 Drought recovery doesn’t happen overnight. It can take months of consistent rainfall for:
• Groundwater levels to recover
• Rivers and lakes to rebound
• Soil moisture to improve
• Springs and wetlands to recharge

While recent rain may provide temporary relief, long-term rainfall deficits continue to impact water resources across Florida.

🚰 Conserving water now helps reduce stress on our aquifers, rivers, lakes, and springs while drought conditions persist.

#Drought #FloridaWeather #WaterConservation #SJRWMD #FloridaWater #SaveWater ... See MoreSee Less