>Are there occasions where having natural gas available in a house would be essential? Maybe not in California (Southern), but in colder climates there is defi

>Are there occasions where having natural gas available in a house would be essential? Maybe not in California (Southern), but in colder climates there is definitely an advantage. I was once in a North East Ice storm where there was a deep freeze after a warm spell that brought down the electrical lines. We were without power for 2 days in sub freezing temps and the gas fireplace kept the house warm. I'm sure in California where they don't require any heat, you could get away with just electric service as long as it remains affordable.