Judge Orders More Water Spill for Salmon
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A federal judge in Oregon orders increased water spill over dams on the Columbia and Snake rivers to aid endangered salmon and steelhead. The preliminary injunction, effective from spring to August, aims to provide safer paths for young fish. This move comes after hopes for a long-term fix faded due to President Trumps revocation of a 2024 agreement. Tribes, environmental groups, and Northwest states are now back in court to prevent fish populations from collapsing. The judge approved spring spill levels matching those from 2024 and 2025, with tweaks at John Day Dam for round-the-clock operation. Summer spill follows suit, except at a couple spots where power needs take priority. Fall and winter spill also extends. While this buys time for the fish, experts agree its not a full fix, and regional negotiations could still lead to a balanced deal for fish and power.
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