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Flooding in southeastern Oregon prompts evacuation orders, school closures and health concerns
Flooding in rural southeastern Oregon caused by historic levels snowmelt and rainfall has prompted evacuation orders, school ...
Governor declares state of emergency amid severe Oregon flooding
On March 29, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency in response to severe flooding in southeastern Oregon, ...
Historic flooding forces evacuations, school closures and state of emergency in parts of Southeastern Oregon
The declaration focuses on Harney County and the Burns Paiute Reservation. Gov. Tina Kotek issued a similar order for other ...
Harney County faces severe flooding, Governor declares emergency
Harney County is grappling with severe flooding, prompting Oregon Governor Tina Kotek to declare a state of emergency.The ...
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Burns flood update: Evacuation levels lowered as floodwaters recede, but Silvies River expected to rise again soon
Evacuation levels have been lowered for some areas in and around Burns as water levels continue to recede near the Silvies ...
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Flooding in Southeastern Oregon Prompts Evacuation Orders, School Closures and Health Concerns
Flooding in Southeastern Oregon Prompts Evacuation ... historic levels of rainfall and snowmelt, overwhelming rivers, streams, and wastewater systems,” the Oregon Department of Emergency ...
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Flooding in southeastern Oregon prompts evacuation orders, school closures and health concerns
Flooding in rural southeastern Oregon ... the highest level of evacuation orders and 18 people were using shelter spaces for displaced residents. Authorities have opened an emergency shelter ...