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DOH-Hendry/Glades Counties issues blue green algae health alert for Lake Okeechobee
The Florida Department of Health in Hendry County (DOH-Hendry) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Okeechobee. more
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Lake Okeechobee, Sept. 17, 2026 [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Rainfall slowly bringing lake level up
As predicted, the “super duper” El Nino is bringing heavier than normal rainfall to South Florida. Water is flowing into Lake Okeechobee from the north and from the west in addition to the … more
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Water management infrastructure protects our communities and water resources
Moving water to meet varying conditions and needs is essential to sustaining South Florida's people, economy and our environment. more
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USACE to host bi-annual informational meeting on all phases of the CEPP
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District will host a virtual bi-annual informational meeting, Oct. 27, 2026... more
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USACE issues NEPA guidance for EAA A-2 Reservoir initial fill operations
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District is preparing a National... more
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Lake Okeechobee, Sept. 17, 2026 [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake Okeechobee level above 12 feet
Following months of drought, with Lake Okeechobee’s level at or below 11 feet, the lake is starting to rise. The Big O topped 12 feet above sea level on Oct. 3. more
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U.S. Coast Guards authorizes Torry Island Bridge closure
The U.S. Coast Guard has authorized a temporary deviation to drawbridge operations... more
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With algae and alligators, err on the side of caution
Should Lake Okeechobee area residents and visitors be worried about toxins from blue-green algae? more
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Lake Okeechobee, Sept. 17, 2026 [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake O slowly rising, thanks to direct rainfall
After spending most of the summer at or below 11 feet, Lake Okeechobee is slowly rising thanks to direct rainfall ... more
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Streaks of algae are visible in this photo of Lake Okeechobee taken July 13 by Florida Department of Environmental Protection,
Blooms on Lake O are mixture of algae
Recent algal blooms on Lake Okeechobee are not a cause for concern, according to information shared at the Sept. 10 meeting of the SFWMD. more
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Southwest Florida Water Management District
SFWMD announces upcoming meetings for Sept. 14-30
Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next few weeks. more
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Low lake levels help vegetation recover
Lake Okeechobee’s low water level has increased the lake’s submerged aquatic vegetation, Dr. Cassondra Armstrong told to ... more
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Rainclouds are visible in the distance in this photo taken from the pier at the Clif Betts Jr. Lakeside Recreation Area (aka Lock 7) in Okeechobee on April 2, 2026. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
'Super duper' El Niño could bring triple normal dry season rainfall
So far, the wet season has brought below average rainfall, but the dry season is expected to bring above average rainfall, … more
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After going through the filter tanks, the liquid muck is pumped into large, flat bags (top right) that all the water to filter out while the nutrients remain. As they fill with muck, the bags swell in size. As the water drains off, the flaten again.[Photo by Katrina Elsken./Lake Okeechobee News]
Vacuum dredge removes muck from Lake O
A Sea & Shoreline project on Canal Point is using a vacuum dredge to remove nutrient-rich muck from Lake Okeechobee. more
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A closer look at the water cycle and its importance in water management
Water is constantly moving through our ecosystem, cycling between the land and air that’s on, above or below the Earth’s surface. more
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Lake O could end 'wet season' between 12 and 13 feet
Mother Nature is keeping the level of Lake Okeechobee low, with evapotranspiration removing water from the Big O almost as quickly as the water comes in from rainfall .... more
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Despite recent rains, Lake O below 11 feet
The rainy season is well underway in South Florida, but Lake Okeechobee’s level remains around 11 feet above sea level. more
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Computer models help support the District’s mission
Computer models are important and powerful tools used by engineers, scientists and data analysts to monitor, evaluate, study, and protect ... more
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TROPHYCATCH.On Aug. 10, TrophyCatch Florida shared this photo of John Rich , who caught his first TrophyCatch on Lake Okeechobee. His Lunker Club catch weighed 8 lbs., 2 oz. TrophyCatch provides rewards to encourage anglers to report and live release bass weighing 8 lbs. or more. For more information or to register for the program go to TrophyCatch.com. [Photo courtesy FWC/Trophy Catch]
TrophyCatch bass caught on Lake O
On Aug. 10, TrophyCatch Florida shared this photo of John Rich, who caught his first TrophyCatch on Lake Okeechobee. more
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Rain falls on Lake Okeechobee on April 2, 2026. This photo was taken at the pier at the Clif Betts Jr. Lakeside Recreation Area (aka Lock 7). The lake level was 12..01 feet above sea level on that day. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Evapotranspiration continues to keep lake low
Lake Okeechobee’s level remains just under 11 feet (above sea level) as evapotranspiration continues to take water out of the lake, almost as fast as it comes in. more
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