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Oregon Gov. Kotek declares emergency for floods and landslides
Gov. Kotek determined that the flooding and landslides pose a continued threat to life, safety, property and infrastructure in 10 Oregon counties.

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Southern Oregon soaked by record rainfall and widespread flooding after weekend storm
Heavy rains battered areas of Southern Oregon this weekend, resulting in widespread flooding and damage.

Is my home at risk of flooding? What to know in Oregon and Washington
Breaking down how to research your area's flood risk, ways to minimize flood risk, steps to take if your home floods and more.

Flood preparedness: Tips on staying safe during severe weather
Floods are among the most common natural disasters across the U.S. Here are tips on how to prepare ahead of time, and what to do in an emergency if you experience flooding.

Weather
Bomb cyclone, atmospheric river to bring steady rainfall to Pacific Northwest
On Sunday, the National Weather Service issued a hydrologic outlook for much of Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Oregon receives federal disaster relief for ice storm, other natural disaster damage
The Federal Highway Administration is sending nearly $43 million dollars to reimburse Oregon for damage caused by landslides, flooding and ice events on Oregon’s roads.

Receding Midwest floodwater exposes devastation as warnings extend into other areas
A vast swath of the Midwest has been under siege from torrential rains while also being hit with a heat wave. Hundreds of people were rescued, homes were damaged, and at least two people have died.

Tillamook County declares emergency following $2.5M flood damage
Tillamook County is facing an estimated $2.5 million in damages following the floods.
At least one person drowns in flooded Oregon creek during storm
One person drowned Monday in a Southeast Portland creek. Officials are investigating the death of a second person found in a creek in Washington County.

Burns Paiute Tribe in southeast Oregon to receive federal disaster assistance for floods, mudslides
The Burns Paiute Tribe in southeast Oregon is getting federal money to help with recovery costs following June 11 and 12 rains that brought a cascade of 6 feet of mud and earth down on the tribe’s property.