Some reports predict widespread power outages at the beginning of the year. These predictions are not based on facts or rational analysis of information from the industry. Sporadic spot outages in some areas is a far more likely scenario. Prepare for this possibility as you would for an outage caused by a winter storm. Have a flashlight with fresh batteries available and plenty of warm clothing if you live in a cold area.
Most experts predict only short-term power outages, if any.
An industry survey of municipal natural gas distributors shows 55 percent of those surveyed report they have no electronic systems whose failure would affect their distribution operations. Of the 45 percent who report potential Y2K impacts, all but 6 percent expect to be Y2K compliant by June 1999.