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Salmon Return to Klamath River After Century-Long Absence

11/5/2025

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Story summary

Migrating salmon have reached the upper tributaries of the Klamath River for the first time in over a century, signaling dam-removal success.
This development benefits the river ecosystem and local tribes.
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has cut funding for river restoration.
In drought conditions, the administration plans to reduce river flows, endangering salmon.
The Klamath Tribes hold senior water rights and could cut deliveries to farmers.

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Story summary

Migrating salmon have reached the upper tributaries of the Klamath River for the first time in over a century, signaling dam-removal success.
This development benefits the river ecosystem and local tribes.
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has cut funding for river restoration.
In drought conditions, the administration plans to reduce river flows, endangering salmon.
The Klamath Tribes hold senior water rights and could cut deliveries to farmers.