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In this graphic from Aug. 21, which was shared at the County Coalition for the Responsible Management of Lake Okeechobee, the blue lines track where the spray boat went on that day and the pink areas indicate where herbicide was sprayed. [Art courtesy FWC]
FWC uses GPS to track spraying contractors
In 2019, thousands of anglers packed public hearings to voice complaints and concerns about the use of herbicides to control invasive aquatic vegetation. more
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Lake O expected to end dry season around 14 feet
Water managers expect Lake Okeechobee to end the wet season just above 14 feet according to information shared … more
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In conjunction with Notices to Navigation: 2025-020 and 021 (floating tussock hazard in the channel in the Okeechobee Waterway near Route 2), the navigation channel remains temporarily closed while we continue to remove the material using mechanical means (heavy equipment). [Photo courtesy USACE]
Navigation locks along Okeechobee Waterway remain open during government shutdown
Attention all concerned boaters! Navigation locks along the Okeechobee Waterway remain open and staffed during a government shutdown. more
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The treatment area will include Uncle Joes cut to west of Ritta Island including the rim canal, and Clewiston navigation channel.
FWC herbicides sometimes hit native plants
Chemical herbicides used by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) spray program to control invasive plants sometimes hit beneficial, native plants as well. more
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Citrus growers concerned LOSOM could threaten water supply
Will the operational flexibility in the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual (LOSOM) leave farmers without sufficient water for their crops? more
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Citrus growers concerned LOSOM could threaten water supply
Will the operational flexibility in the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual (LOSOM) leave farmers without sufficient water for their crops? more
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Water supply, lake ecology at risk under new lake plan
Glades area residents spoke out about concerns the new plan for Lake Okeechobee will harm the lake’s ecology and threaten water supply … more
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