Declares Flood Emergency in Harney County
Oregon executive order · EO 2025-5
Why it matters
Flooding has damaged sewers, closed roads and bridges, and mixed sewage with floodwater. The order lets state help reach residents faster while the danger lasts.
What it does
- Activates the state's emergency plan and lets state agencies send people and equipment
- Directs the Oregon Health Authority to help Harney County and respond to health risks
- Allows state agencies to suspend rules that would slow flood response
- Covers Harney County and support for the Burns Paiute Tribe's reservation
- Ends at 11:59 p.m. on April 30, 2025, unless extended or ended sooner
Signed
Signed (2025-04-01) by Governor Tina Kotek as Executive Order 2025-5
About this order
Declares a flood emergency in Harney County and the Burns Paiute reservation, letting state agencies send resources and suspend rules that slow response. The order ends April 30, 2025, unless extended.
Declaration of State of Emergency in Harney County due to Flooding
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Local officials and emergency groups would likely say state help is needed to protect lives and repair roads. Fast action can limit damage from sewage and flooding.
💬 The case against
Some residents and watchdog groups would likely say suspending agency rules needs close oversight. They may also worry about how long emergency powers last.
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