CAPE CORAL, Fla. - The South Florida Water Management District (District) eased stringent water restrictions from a Modified Phase IV Water Shortage Order to a Modified Phase II Water Shortage Order in a designated area of northeastern Cape Coral in Lee County. These restrictions apply to residents and businesses that use private wells accessing the Mid-Hawthorn Aquifer for irrigation.
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The South Florida Water Management District cancelled the Rulemaking Meeting for the proposed Lower West Coast Restricted Allocation Areas for the Sandstone and Mid-Hawthorn Aquifers. This meeting was scheduled for May 8, 2026.
Public Service Recognition Week kicks off on Sunday, May 3, serving as an important reminder of the essential role the South Florida Water Management District's staff plays in managing and protecting our region’s water resources.
DID YOU KNOW: Our dedicated team of public servants works year round to safeguard and restore our water resources and ecosystems, protect our communities from flooding, and meet the region's water needs.
Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next few weeks. For a list of all upcoming meetings, check out our Meeting Calendar. Meeting agendas are available at least seven days in advance.
Meeting format varies for each meeting, and some meetings may be in-person only, virtual only, or a hybrid of both formats, so be sure to check the "Meeting Information" for details.