MAINE — Snow and ice in New England this time of year are no surprise, but for mail carriers, these conditions can make delivering letters and packages a lot more challenging.
Winter walking and driving are never easy, especially when days are at their shortest and carriers find themselves working more in the dark. The U.S. Postal Service reminds residents to watch for letter carriers on foot and slow-moving postal vehicles, particularly during the winter months.
For safety reasons, postal officials urge residents to clear the snow and ice from sidewalks, walkways, porches and steps to help prevent falls, not only for postal carriers but for newspaper carriers, meter readers and even delivery personnel. For mailboxes at the curb, snow and ice should be removed regularly for safe access and uninterrupted delivery.
