Poe Springs and Ichetucknee Springs are experiencing such low water levels that summer recreational activities may be curtailed temporarily. The Florida Park Service warned on the Ichetucknee River website that “due to extreme drought conditions and historic low water levels in the Ichetucknee River,” there is “potential for occasional temporary recreational tubing closures this summer at the park’s North entrance.” Without significant rain more closures may be necessary, according to Chris Bird, Alachua County environmental director.

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