Gov. Kotek requests federal disaster declaration for 9 Oregon counties following December storms By Amanda Linares (OPB)Feb. 20, 2026 11:54 p.m.Severe weather brought heavy rain, widespread flooding and landslides that caused more than $15 million in damages across the state. 📨 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