World Wetlands Day is tomorrow, February 2! 
Did you know the largest wetlands restoration efforts in the world are right here in South Florida? The South Florida Water Management District – working with our local, state and federal partners – restores, revitalizes and protects America's Everglades, the world's most iconic wetland. A number of initiatives and construction projects are underway to benefit the Everglades, and significant progress has been made in many areas.

The South Florida Water Management District consistently works to "get the water right" by focusing on the movement, distribution and quality of water needed for restoring or enhancing the ecosystem. Our huge, interconnected system includes national parks, which serve a vital role in maintaining ecological biodiversity. National parks offer stunning landscapes and provide a home to extraordinary wildlife and a rich assortment of plant life. Did you know there are four national parks throughout the footprint of the South Florida Water Management District?

As we kick off 2022, it seems fitting that our first “Did You Know” email of the new year should coincide with National Bird Day, observed on January 5, 2022. From snail kites and bald eagles to burrowing owls and scrub-jays, birds play an important role in helping us better understand South Florida’s vast and complex environment, as well as the effects of water management decisions. Did you know the South Florida Water Management District consistently monitors and tracks birds to better understand ecosystems in South Florida? 

During the holiday season you may be hosting holiday gatherings, preparing lots of food and welcoming extra guests. To help you use less water during this time of year consider these easy-to-follow water saving tips. 

Looking for a video on an Everglades Restoration project, photos from a special event such as a groundbreaking or ribbon cutting, or do you want to watch a public meeting or workshop? As a public agency, we are committed to making digital resources available at no-cost to the public, stakeholders and media. Did you know the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is committed to providing easy access to digital assets? 

There are multiple ways to access our collection of photos or videos.

The Atlantic hurricane season comes to a close today, but the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) continues to play an important role in water management for our communities all year long. Did you know SFWMD meteorologists, water managers, engineers and control room staff monitor weather conditions and water levels 24 hours a day, 365 days a year? 

As we enter the season of Thanksgiving, we are especially grateful for our talented team of employees, past and present, for their service to the citizens of South Florida. Did you know the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has employees working 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?