Drought emergency declared in Oregon counties, 17 of 36 now affected

Published on: 06/10/2026

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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency for Douglas, Gilliam, Harney, Lake and Malheur counties in Oregon. This declaration brings the total number of Oregon counties under drought emergency status to 17 out of 36. The declaration, issued through Executive Order 26-09, directs state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance

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