Wednesday, November 29, 2023

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Water shortage warning issued by The South Florida Water Management District

District is asking residents to conserve water and
limit lawn irrigation amid continuing dry conditions.

Read the Declaration of Water Shortage Warning SFWMD 2023-062

All landscape irrigation should comply with the allowed days and times as established in your local government’s year-round landscape irrigation ordinance. Visit Lawn Watering Restrictions to learn more. During the cooler winter months, lawns do not need to be irrigated as frequently as summer months. Most of the time, one day of irrigation per week is sufficient to maintain a healthy landscape.
Check irrigation timers to ensure settings are correct and rain sensors are working properly. Check irrigation systems to ensure they are working properly and test and repair broken pipes and damaged sprinkler heads.
Fix leaks. Finding and fixing water leaks conserves water, saves money and protects your home from damage.
Avoid washing or cleaning streets, sidewalks, driveways, or other impervious areas with water.
When utilizing water indoors, reduce shower durations, minimize loads of laundry, and only run dishwashers when full.
Landscape the Florida-Friendly Way by planting low maintenance plants using environmentally sustainable practices.
Read more Simple Steps to Save Water.

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SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN THIS FRIDAY!

Friday, December 1, 5:30 PM at Times Square

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Christmas Boat Parade will light up the night

Saturday, Dec. 2, 6 p.m.

Celebrate an evening of lights and holiday cheer, Florida style – with decorated boats! Enter a boat and take part in the fun or watch the parade from one of the restaurants along the route. Boats will be judged by a panel of judges with winners and runners-up in four categories.

Spectators will also be able to vote for the People’s Choice Award.

This event is brought to you by Adventures In Paradise and the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce.

Please come early and support the recovering businesses on Fort Myers Beach by enjoying a late lunch or early dinner. For information on who is open, visit: www.fortmyersbeach.org/whos-open-for-business.

Best options for parade viewing are along the pedestrian walkway atop Matanzas Pass Bridge, at the shoreline by Bayside Park at the base of Old San Carlos, all bars, and restaurants long the back bay areas, aboard private vessels in the bay area and from numerous homes along the waterway. Please be respectful and kind to other parade viewers, take a moment to support our area businesses and enjoy the holiday season!

For more information, please contact the Fort Myers Beach Chamber at 239.454.7500 or visit www.fortmyersbeach.com.