Massachusetts – Snow and ice in New England this time of year are no surprise. We can’t control the elements that winter delivers but, for your letter carrier, these conditions can make delivering your letters and packages a lot more challenging.

Winter walking and driving are never easy, especially when days are at their shortest and carriers find themselves working more in the dark. We remind residents to watch for letter carriers on foot and slow moving postal vehicles particularly during the winter months.

Of course, the main spots to be concerned about are right at your house where letter carriers, newspaper carriers, meter readers and even delivery personnel from a florist or pizza shop may come by. For everyone’s safety, we ask that you clear the snow and ice from sidewalks, walkways, porches and steps to help prevent falls.

For mailboxes at the curb, we ask that snow and ice be removed regularly for safe access to the box by the carrier and uninterrupted delivery.

Regardless of the weather, we’ll be out there binding the nation together through mail. Doing your part to help keep our carriers safe is appreciated every step of the way.

Thank you for your cooperation,

Your Local Postmaster