GREENSBORO, NC – Due to the mandatory evacuation orders and hazardous weather caused by Hurricane Dorian, the Postal Service has announced the temporary suspension of mail delivery and retail operations in North Carolina.

Postal Service employees in impacted areas have been working to secure the mail, postal facilities and equipment in advance of the arrival of Hurricane Dorian.

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.

The following are in effect due to Hurricane Dorian:

• Priority Mail Express and live animal shipments guarantee suspended and embargo for live animals Suspending DDU drops

• Retail and BME operations will be closed until further notice

New Closings:  The following Post Offices will close until further notice:

In addition the following Post Offices are still closed until further notice:

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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