TAMPA, FL — The 55th Super Bowl is coming to Tampa Bay, and the United States Postal Service is preparing for the big game.

As part of the preparation, some blue collection boxes in Tampa will be temporarily out of service to aid in security measures associated with this year’s game.

In the interim, customers who need to drop off mail are encouraged to deposit mail in blue collection boxes and/or at postal facilities outside of the vicinity of the Super Bowl festivities.  Customers who need to drop off mail around Raymond James Stadium are encouraged to visit the Tampa Main Post Office, located at 3501 Bessie Coleman Blvd.  Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday; and 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday.

Customers also may call 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777) to obtain information, including available alternate Post Office retail locations, or check the Postal Service website: www.usps.com.  The Postal Service’s smartphone app makes it even quicker to use the most popular functions on usps.com.

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.