More than half of Northwest in severe, extreme drought, Oregon in historic dry periodBy Alex Baumhardt (Oregon Capital Chronicle)Sept. 10, 2025 7:04 p.m.Between April and July, Oregon experienced its fourth driest period since record keeping began in 1895, according to the state’s climatologist.📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up