How Long 'til the Lights Go Out?

[Cowtipper]

I found this totally accurate and serious report about what would happen if Zombies took over the earth. In particular, the question is, how long will it take until the power goes out? I think you should read this, if only to satisfy your curiosity and also to prepare yourself in the event of imminent zombie takeover.

http://www.straightdope.com/mailbag/mzombiepower.html

[Tacz]

How could we fight the zombies without our electricity!? Its game over, man! Game over!

[Boinky]

Nuke it from space - only way to be sure!