Beginning February 8, 2026, lawn watering is limited to one day per week in the Tampa Bay region.

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Phase II Water Shortage Order

Due to below average rainfall and declining water supply throughout the region, the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) has issued a Phase II Water Shortage Order that includes Pinellas County and other surrounding counties under their jurisdiction. The order goes into effect on Feb. 8, 2026.  Pinellas County Utilities will move to one-day-per-week watering for all customers using the schedule below.