03/25/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/25/2026 06:39
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (March 25, 2026) - Due to ongoing drought conditions throughout the region, the Southwest Florida Water Management District has declared a Modified Phase III "Extreme" Water Shortage for much of Charlotte County.
From April 3, 2026 through July 1, 2026, watering hours are reduced to 12:01 a.m. to 4 a.m. only. The restriction also applies to residents on private wells.
Watering days are based on the last number of your street address:
Learn more about conserving water. Visit the Southwest Florida Water Management District to determine if your address is affected.
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