Governor Kotek Declares Drought Emergency in Crook and Jefferson Counties
February 17, 2023
February 17, 2023
SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 17 -- Gov. Tina Kotek, D-Oregon, issued the following news:
Governor Tina Kotek declared a drought in Crook and Jefferson counties through Executive Order 23-05 , and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. This is the first drought declaration of 2023.
"While this is the first drought declaration of the year, Central Oregon has been facing persistent drought for years due to the ongoing impacts of climate . . .
Governor Tina Kotek declared a drought in Crook and Jefferson counties through Executive Order 23-05 , and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. This is the first drought declaration of 2023.
"While this is the first drought declaration of the year, Central Oregon has been facing persistent drought for years due to the ongoing impacts of climate . . .