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Why Is the Everglades Dependent on Lake Okeechobee?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • Lake Okeechobee supplies fresh water to the Everglades.
  • Water releases from the lake sustain the wetland ecosystem.
  • Reduced flow due to canals disrupts natural cycles.
  • Restoration plans aim to reestablish historic water levels.

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