As Independence Day approaches, the City of Port St. Lucie is reminding residents that there will be no changes to the solid waste collection schedule during the holiday week.
Published on March 20, 2026
Shared on behalf of St. Lucie County:
ST. LUCIE COUNTY – Recent rains have helped lower the risk of wildfires, causing St. Lucie County Public Safety officials, in conjunction with the St. Lucie County Fire District, to lift the county-wide burn ban that was put into effect on Feb. 7.
The Keetch-Byram Drought Index (or drought index) for St. Lucie County has dropped from the extreme risk for wildfire range (650-699) to the moderate risk range (450-499).
While recent rains have helped lower the drought index, public safety officials urge residents to continue to be mindful of dry conditions.