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Families allege horrible conditions at Florida Everglades detention facility

Jul 9, 2025 · Ochopee, FL

Families allege horrible conditions at Florida Everglades detention facility

Immigrant detainees at a state-managed detention facility in the Florida Everglades are alleging conditions including lack of water, electricity issues, inadequate food, and excessive mosquitoes. Detainees from Cuba and Colombia have reported being denied access to bathrooms, showers, medicine, and legal representation. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has requested access to monitor the facility, while state officials deny the allegations.

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