Yes the industry started out the season with the least on the ground in recent history.
No I doubt there will be a price increase as most places pre-buy.
There has been a few break downs at more then one mill in New England that has caused production issues.
YES stores WILL be running out this year and resupply will be intermittent once that happens.
NO, I will not tell you how I know but trust me.
Supply shortage us true this year BUT again I don't see price increases happening.
When supply gets to where the are out at locations I'll try to get on and let people know where the next places to be resupplied are and what day the should, not will but should, get their resupply.
Happy heating all. Snow in the forecast for northern New England Friday.