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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