(Salem, OR) -- Drought emergencies have been declared in three Oregon counties. Governor Tina Kotek issued the declarations for Baker, Deschutes, and Umatilla Counties. The three counties have been in moderate drought since last year. This winter, precipitation was below normal, temperatures were above normal and the snowpack is the lowest on record. The declaration allows drought-related emergency tools for water users. The drought is expected to impact farming, ranching, recreation, tourism and environmental resources.