WGL (WGL) 10-Q 2002 Q2 Quarterly report

EXHIBIT 99.2

WASHINGTON GAS LIGHT COMPANY

Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges

Twelve Months Ended March 31, 2002
(Dollars in Thousands)
(Unaudited)

FIXED CHARGES:
Interest Expense		$	45,301
Amortization of Debt Premium,
	Discount and Expense		(20	)
Interest Component of Rentals			12
	Total Fixed Charges	$	45,293
EARNINGS:
Net Income		$	57,401
Add:
	Income Taxes Applicable to Utility Operating Income		38,444
	Income Taxes Applicable to Non-Utility Operating Income		(696	)
	Income Taxes Applicable to Other Income (Expenses)-Net		2,196
	Total Fixed Charges		45,293
	Total Earnings	$	142,638
Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges			3.1