Good morning, Orem.

Utah’s reservoir system is at 52 percent capacity today because low snowpack has reduced water reserves from the expected 67 percent, and forecasts indicate that a brewing El Nino will bring significant snowfall this winter to boost levels.

The Garden Help Desk advises gardeners to favor granular herbicides and carefully follow label instructions to protect bees during weed control.

Residents are advised to spray in the early morning or late evening (when bees are less active) to keep local pollinators safe.