Georgia will allow some farmers in the southwest part of the state to drill new irrigation wells into the Florida aquifer starting in 2025. The state will begin accepting applications for new ...
Meanwhile, Florida’s struggle is occurring underground, where saltwater is infiltrating vital freshwater aquifers. In Florida, over-extraction from the Floridan Aquifer, combined with rising sea ...
The City of Cape Coral is looking into grants and speeding up the extension project as the water issue gets worse. Fox 4's Bella Line was at the meeting where they talked about potential solutions.
Lee County said the South Florida Water Management District found Lehigh's aquifer 'potentially overused.' The county will do a study to find an alternative water source for the area.