Post Hurricane Milton Update Executive Director Drew Bartlett Provides an Update from the SFWMD's Emergency Operations Center

South Florida Water Management District (District) Executive Director Drew Bartlett provided a Post-Hurricane Milton update today from the District's Emergency Operations Center.

District Actions

• The District continues to actively monitor, manage and adjust our primary water management system Post-Hurricane Milton.
• All canals within our water management system remained within their banks and are now back to pre-storm operating levels.
• The District deployed three high-capacity pumps to move a high volume of water in the Upper Kissimmee Chain of Lakes.
• All District-managed lands have reopened. Some lands may have campgrounds and interior vehicles access roads that are temporarily closed. If you have a reservation, email [email protected] with any questions.
• All District navigational boat locks have reopened.

Residents are reminded to avoid floodwaters and pay attention to their County Emergency Operations Center.

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Media Resources

• Watch the Post-Hurricane Milton Update on October 11, 2024
• Download the Post-Hurricane Milton Update on October 11, 2024