Weeks of dry weather and below-average rainfall have pushed much of north central Florida into drought conditions, raising concerns about water supplies for residents, parks and local businesses.
The St. Johns River Water Management District declared a moderate water shortage on Feb. 10. The shortage escalated to “severe” on March 5.
Phases, which range from 1 for “moderate” to 4 for “critical” water shortages, correlate with drought conditions in the region and suggest changes in water conservation efforts…