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Water supply crisis in Tumalo leaves residents high and dry

Whychus Creek flows year-round through a landscape transformed by conservation partnerships and irrigation modernization.
Deschutes River Conservancy
Whychus Creek flows year-round through a landscape transformed by conservation partnerships and irrigation modernization.
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Published 10:36 am

TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) -- A Tumalo resident says his irrigation water has been completely shut off, despite having deeded water rights, as drought conditions continue to strain the area’s water supply.

KTVZ News is speaking with the Tumalo resident along with state water officials about what the shutoff means for residents' land, how it affects property owners with deeded water rights, and what options — if any — remain when the water runs out.

Stay tuned for the extended report, coming soon only on KTVZ News.

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