Typical of the confusion was the coal shortage that hit in December 1917.

A coal shortage cut the train services (nowadays it would be staff shortage).

The risk of a coal shortage caused the public to buy electric fires to ensure a source of heat for their homes.

In the last years the thermal power stations have only been producing part or no electricity due to coal shortages and maintenance neglect.

This was in response to a government scheme to address a post-war coal shortage.

Many trains were cancelled due to the coal shortage.

He did not return to the statehouse until November, but had to deal with several issues, including coal shortages, from his home.

It was accelerated as a result of coal shortages during the two world wars.

A single daily goods train continued to run until 1947, when coal shortages forced its temporary withdrawal.

Major causes of coal shortages include mine flooding, and outdated mining technology.