Because of ongoing drought, the Southwest Florida Water Management District has declared a Modified Phase III “Extreme” Water Shortage for Sarasota County from April 3 through July 1, 2026.
Residents must water lawns only on their assigned day and during limited hours — 12 a.m.–4 a.m. or 8 p.m.–11:59 p.m. (properties under one acre may use only one window)…