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FWC to conduct prescribed burn on Lake Okeechobee
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - FWC, in coordination with the South Florida Water Management District, plan to conduct a prescribed burn in the Chancey Bay marsh on the northeast side of Lake Okeechobee the week of April 13, weather permitting. -
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Zipper Canal closure on Lake Okeechobee
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - FWC, in coordination with the South Florida Water Management District, has temporarily closed the Zipper Canal starting this week to facilitate nearby restoration work. -
FWC: Report cold weather impacts to wildlife
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - The FWC is monitoring upcoming cold weather systems forecasted to bring some of the coldest temperatures seen in decades to parts of Florida, including Lake Okeechobee and surrounding areas.

