Kotek declares flood emergency for Southeast Oregon

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Because the floodwaters in Harney County and on the Burns Paiute Reservation " have created serious public health and environmental hazards," Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek declared a flood emergency for the southeastern part of the state.

The declaration, announced Saturday, will stay in effect until April 30, the governor's office said.

“The conditions are evolving rapidly, and my office is monitoring closely," Kotek said in a statement. "I urge residents to check on your neighbors...