ORLANDO, FLa. \u2013 Central Florida\u2019s drought conditions have not improved despite the rainfall from Sunday and Monday. The latest update shows conditions have held steady compared to last week, meaning things haven\u2019t worsened\u2014but they also haven\u2019t gotten better.<\/p>\n
Drought monitor<\/p>\n
Burn bans remain in effect across several areas, including Sumter, Lake, Polk, and Brevard counties. In Orange County, yard debris burning continues to be prohibited due to ongoing dry conditions.<\/p>\n
Burn ban restrictions<\/p>\n
The burn bans prohibit the following:<\/p>\n
Use, ignition, or discharge of fireworks, sparklers, flares, or any items containing explosive compounds<\/p>\n
Open burning, including campfires, fire pits, and similar containers<\/p>\n
Throwing matches, cigarettes, or other burning materials from vehicles<\/p>\n
Parking vehicles with catalytic converters in tall or dry grassy areas<\/p>\n
Current burn bans<\/p>\n
So far this March, rainfall has been below normal in Orlando, Daytona Beach, and Leesburg, contributing to the continued drought concerns. Meanwhile, Sanford and Melbourne are seeing above-average rainfall for the month.<\/p>\n
Rainfall totals this month<\/p>\n
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