Postal Service Anticipates Normal Delivery

CHARLOTTE, NC — The first snow of the season has caused some transportation issues in and around the Charlotte and piedmont area. Although there may be some delays in mail delivery, the Postal Service expects to make normal delivery to residents in this area.

Customers can assist their letter carriers by removing any snow or ice around their mailboxes or on walkwalks and porches.

Ice is particularly dangerous on steps and any walking surface, especially painted wood or concrete, such as stoops and porches. In open areas, watch for drifts and pileups from snowplows. When there’s a warm spell, and the melting snow runs or pools, a quick freeze can make a cleared sidewalk slicker than ever.

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