September 4, 2019
Additional impacts to operations expected in areas in the path of the storm
GREENSBORO, NC — Due to the mandatory evacuation orders from Hurricane Dorian, the Postal Service has announced the temporary suspension of mail delivery and retail operations in Dare County, NC.
Postal Service employees in impacted areas are working to secure the mail, postal facilities and equipment in advance of the arrival of Hurricane Dorian.
In addition the following Post Offices will close until further notice:
PO Box Section Only Offices
Contract Postal Unit (CPU)
To view a list of the affected Post Offices and for the latest information on USPS service updates, go to https://about.usps.com/news/service-alerts/. Additional information regarding postal operations within specific ZIP Codes will be issued by the Postal Service as necessary. Customers can call 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777) to obtain information, including alternate Post Office retail locations, or check www.usps.com.
Postal Service employees are being advised to check for changes to their scheduled work reporting status by contacting the USPS National Emergency Notification Hotline at
1-888-363-7462 to determine if any special instructions have been issued.
The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
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