Summer is here! That means longer days, shorter nights and plenty of sunshine to enjoy the natural beauty of Central and South Florida. Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 21, is the Summer Solstice, marking the official start of the summer season and the longest day of the year in terms of sunlight.

The South Florida Water Management District offers many ways for you to enjoy the sunshine this season and explore the natural beauty of Central and South Florida.

Did you know the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) makes it easy to access its online library of photos that showcase the beauty of South Florida’s environmental lands?

In celebration of Nature Photography Day, we are highlighting the SFWMD’s photo collection of Everglades restoration projects, natural landscapes, wildlife and more. These digital assets feature thousands of high-resolution photos and videos of the Everglades, SFWMD events such as groundbreakings and ribbon cuttings, and our public meetings.

The annual Atlantic hurricane season has begun, and now is a good time for all of us living in Florida to begin proactively preparing for whatever nature may send our way this season.

The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) works year-round to protect communities from flooding and ensure South Florida's regional flood control system is ready for storms, whether that's a typical summer rainstorm or a more intense storm event such as a hurricane.

Invasive Burmese pythons are one of the most destructive and harmful species in America’s Everglades. They threaten our precious native ecosystem by preying upon the wildlife that lives there, including wading birds, mammals, and other reptiles.

Did you know the 2023 Florida Python Challenge® continues to advance efforts to remove invasive pythons and raise awareness about the threat they pose to Florida’s ecology?

Navigational Locks Ensure Easy Access to Central and South Florida’s Interconnected Waterways 

The Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, Kissimmee River and Lake Okeechobee offer some of the best boating and fishing opportunities in Central and South Florida.

Did you know the South Florida Water Management District operates and maintains 11 navigational locks throughout this interconnected system to help ensure that it is accessible by the public for recreation?

In recognition of Water Reuse Week, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is highlighting the importance of developing alternative water supplies to meet the growing demand on our traditional groundwater and surface water supplies.

Did you know the use of reclaimed water reduces the demand on our underground aquifers and preserves our precious water resources?

Florida has become a national leader in water reuse, reusing approximately 908 million gallons per day of water to conserve water supplies and recharge our freshwater resources.

Did you know the South Florida Water Management District’s (SFWMD) outstanding team of public servants is working every day to safeguard and protect our precious natural resources and meet the region’s water needs?

Residents and visitors count on the SFWMD to advance Everglades restoration, ensure water supply, provide flood protection, and effectively manage every drop of water that moves through SFWMD's canals, natural areas, levees and water control structures.

Hurricane season begins on June 1, and it is important for all of us living in Florida to begin our pre-season preparations now.

Did you know there are proactive steps you can take to get ready for the 2023 hurricane season and support flood control in your neighborhood? In recognition of National Hurricane Preparedness Week, we’re highlighting ways you can prepare your home and help keep water flowing through our interconnected drainage system. They include:

The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) operates and maintains the regional water management system of canals, levees and water control structures to help provide flood damage reduction, support our environmental restoration efforts, and meet the region’s water supply needs. This regional system connects to community drainage districts and hundreds of smaller neighborhood systems to effectively manage and protect Central and South Florida’s water resources. 

Did you know Everglades restoration is working to protect and restore America’s River of Grass and ensure the ecological health of South Florida’s natural resources? This comprehensive restoration effort is improving the quantity, quality, timing and distribution of water to the Greater Everglades.   

From historic progress on key restoration projects, to improved wading bird nesting, to record hydration in the Everglades, restoration and water quality projects are making a measurable difference for Florida’s environment.