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Oregon Governor Declares Drought Emergency in 12 Counties, May 13
Oregon Governor Declares Drought Emergency in 12 Counties, May 13
Oregon Governor Declares Drought Emergency in 12 Counties, May 13

Published on: 05/13/2026

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Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency in Coos, Klamath, and Wheeler counties under Executive Order 26-08, bringing the total number of Oregon counties under emergency status to 12 out of 36 — one-third of the state. This is the third drought declaration issued in 2026. Current Conditions, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor: Coos County: All of the county is in moderate drought, with precipitation 70–90% of normal over the past year apps.oregon.gov.

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