A fire severely damaged the Trafford, Ala. Post Office late Saturday night. Sources close to the investigation say that the fire was electrical in origin and that no foul play is suspected. The Fire Marshall will issue his official findings soon.

Acting Trafford Postmaster, Wil Srofe said that, “The fire scorched some mail but that all of it appears to have survived.” Though the back part of the building was destroyed, the mail was in the front, he explained.

Early Sunday morning Postal employees were on the scene assisting in the recovery efforts. “Trafford Rural Letter Carriers Sherry Prince and Betty Worsham worked long and hard and even brought their husbands to help,” said Srofe. “You couldn’t ask for better people.”

Trafford Mayor Bob Niblett was also on the scene and, together with the staff at City Hall, arranged for emergency quarters for the Post Office in the Community Center at 9239 E. Commercial Ave.

“Sorting cases have been set up and the mail will be delivered as normal today,” said Srofe, adding that Post Office Box customers can pick up their mail at the Community Center from 8 am to 4 pm. Those claiming their mail should bring photo identification.

A mobile Post Office will soon be moved to the site of the damaged Post Office at 2455 Warrior Trafford Rd. The acting Postmaster says that it includes everything needed to deliver services to the community while a new location is prepared.

“Mayor Niblett and the staff at City Hall have been amazing,” said Srofe. “They really value their Post Office here in Trafford and we’re all very grateful for their support.”

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