Northwest Florida Faces Drought, Campfire Ban Enacted | The Locally Times

The Northwest Florida Water Management District has prohibited campfires on all district lands due to drought conditions.

## Drought Conditions Prompt Fire Ban Northwest Florida is currently experiencing drought conditions, leading the Northwest Florida Water Management District to enact a ban on campfires across all district lands. The prohibition, effective immediately, aims to mitigate the risk of wildfires during this dry period. Press releases from October and September 2025 detail awards totaling over $5 million and $1.4 million, respectively, allocated to aid fire departments across the state. These efforts underscore a broader focus on public safety and emergency response preparedness. ## What to Watch Residents and visitors to district lands should be aware of and adhere to the campfire ban. Information regarding the duration of the ban or any potential changes will be released by the Northwest Florida Water Management District. Further details on firefighter support funding can be found in press releases from the Florida Department of Financial Services.