EXHIBIT 99.2
WASHINGTON GAS LIGHT COMPANY
Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges
Twelve Months Ended March 31, 2001
(Dollars in Thousands)
(Unaudited)
Restated
| FIXED CHARGES: | |||||
| Interest Expense | $ | 47,878 | |||
| Amortization of Debt Premium, Discount and Expense | 390 | ||||
| Interest Component of Rentals | 12 | ||||
| Total Fixed Charges | $ | 48,280 | |||
| EARNINGS: | |||||
| Net Income | $ | 91,814 | |||
| Add: | |||||
| Income Taxes Applicable to Utility Operating Income | 63,270 | ||||
| Income Taxes Applicable to Non-Utility Operating Income | (1,191 | ) | |||
| Income Taxes Applicable to Other Income (Expenses)-Net | (3,677 | ) | |||
| Total Fixed Charges | 48,280 | ||||
| Total Earnings | $ | 198,496 | |||
| Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges | 4.1 | ||||
