Recent rainfall across northeast and central Florida provided modest relief from dry conditions in some areas, but drought conditions persist and the St. Johns River Water Management District (District) is reminding residents, businesses and large water users that water conservation remains critical. Flagler County is part of the district.
While many areas have received multiple rounds of rainfall in recent weeks, groundwater levels, river flows and other drought indicators remain well below normal across much of the District. Significant rainfall deficits accumulated over the past several months continue to affect water resources throughout the region.
The District declared a Phase III Extreme Water Shortage in May in response to exceptional drought conditions, declining groundwater levels and reduced surface water flows. Mandatory restrictions remain in place throughout the affected areas…