November 9, 2026

Week 1: A Strong Start

The SOLitude crew is off to a strong start, completing approximately 15% of the planned alum application project during the first week. The team established an efficient treatment process and applied more than 90,000 gallons of aluminum-based treatment products.

The treatment has already bound over 3,300 pounds of phosphorus in the lake sediments, helping prevent its release into the water where it can fuel harmful algal blooms and contribute to poor water quality.

As the project moves into Week 2, the crew will continue precise treatment applications and routine water quality monitoring to support treatment effectiveness and environmental safety.

November 2, 2026

Alum Applications Begin

Alum applications are underway at Lake Okeechobee.