SOUTH CAROLINA — The Postal Service is committed to resuming mail delivery and retail services in all areas affected by flooding. Customers who need to hold mail or change their address while they recover from the floods can do the following:

• Hold Mail is designed for customers who plan on occupying their homes within 30 days.
• If you feel you will not be able to occupy your home within 30 days, you need to submit a change of address. 
• A temporary change of address is designed for customers who plan on returning to their residence within six months.
• If you are NOT planning to return to your current address, please submit a Permanent Change of Address Order.
• Change of Address cards are available from your letter carrier or at your local Post Office. In addition, change of address information can be filed on the Postal Service website at www.usps.com. 

If you have any questions regarding mail delivery you can contact our Hotline at 1-800 ASK-USPS (275-8777). You will be provided specific information regarding delivery and retail services for each office in the area affected.

In order to assure mail delivery to your affected areas, please observe the following:

• Be sure no debris blocks the access to your mailbox.
• If your residence is uninhabitable, please complete a Change of Address card to facilitate the delivery of your mail to a valid temporary address. Change of Address cards are available from your letter carrier, your local Post Office or online at USPS.com.

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