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Apr 8, 2008 1:08 pm US/Eastern

S. Florida Water Restrictions May Be Revised

FAST FACTS: Phase III Water Restrictions

WEST PALM BEACH (CBS4) ― A wetter than expected dry season has pumped up the water level in Lake Okeechobee and as a result, South Florida water restrictions may be eased slightly after two months of wet weather.

The South Florida Water Management District says water levels are being analyzed to see whether changes to once-weekly watering restrictions could be made.

Staff recommendations may come as early as Tuesday for the governing board meeting Thursday.

The lake's level is currently at 10.35 above sea level which is still more than 4 ft. below the historical average for this time of year.

Until any changes are made, South Florida remains under Phase III water restrictions.

(© 2009 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Associated Press contributed to this report.)

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