ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The U.S. Postal Service is reminding Upstate New Yorkers to keep walkways, sidewalks, and approaches to mailboxes clear from snow and ice. Keeping paths clear help mail carriers stay safe from slipping and any potential injuries.
A storm along the East Coast began Sunday evening. The nor’easter brought gusty winds and up to two feet of snow. The Capital Region was on the edge of the system, but steady snow will continue to fall south and east of Albany through Monday morning.
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The postal service asks that you:
- Clear enough snow from curbside boxes to allow mail trucks to approach the box, deliver mail, and to drive away without the need for backing or departing the vehicle.
- Walkways should be cleared of snow and ice, allowing enough traction to avoid slips, trips or falls.
- Steps and handrails should be kept clear of ice and snow and in good repair to avoid injury to letter carriers or others.
- Overhangs should be free of snow and ice as well to reduce the risk of falling debris.
Customers with questions or comments about their mail service can contact the Postal Service at 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777) or by clicking on Contact Us at the bottom of the Postal Service’s USPS.com homepage.
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