Norwalk Reflector in Norwalk, Ohio

Ohio council hears plans to guard gas supply in winter

Columbus Ohio. Robert S Ryan director of the Ohio Department of Energy told the Ohio Energy Advisory Council that natural gas will be adequate this winter to keep industrial plants operating despite severe weather. He noted earlier shortages led to plant and school closings to protect residential gas flow. The council discussed coal stockpiling with Miami University president Philip R Shriver suggesting a one year coal reserve. Ryan warned added coal costs would fall on electric consumers and the council took no action. Ricard H Kertscher was elected chairman and William E Quicksall Jr vice chairman.