Local experts with Truckee Meadows Water Authority say to make sure your thermostat is set to at least 55 degrees so it’s warm enough in the house and your pipes don’t freeze underneath your sink.

Even if you've already shut off your sprinkler system, you can water your trees and shrubs by hand periodically throughout winter so they don't dry out too much during stretches of warm weather. “If ...

Learn how often to water mums in the garden and potted plants. Read the signs when to water mums so they will last longer and bloom for weeks on end.