Jan. 30, 2026
Keep Letter Carriers Safe for Mail Delivery; Clear Snow, Ice from Mailboxes, Sidewalks
TENNESSEE --- Winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories are in effect for parts of Tennessee. Letter Carriers will continue to deliver mail and packages where it is safe to do so.
Any amount of snow and ice can cause a dangerous situation for letter carriers. Keeping a clear path to and around mailboxes will help letter carriers continue delivery as well as keep them safe from potential slipping and/or injuries. Customers can help ensure their letter carrier has safe access to mailboxes and front porches during deliveries by providing a clear path.
Mail delivery may be delayed or curtailed whenever streets or walkways pose hazardous conditions for letter carriers or when snow is plowed against mailboxes. Customers who have curbside delivery should remove snow piles left by snowplows to keep access to their mailboxes clear for letter carriers and postal vehicles.
The U.S. Postal Service curtails delivery only after careful consideration, and only as a last resort. Any curtailed mail is attempted the next delivery day.
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