USPS plea to Upstate New Yorkers: Clear snow from mailboxes for carrier safety
Jan 24, 2026
The Postal Service is asking Upstate New York residents to clear snow and ice from walkways, sidewalks and mailbox approaches to ensure mail carriers can deliver safely during winter weather.Any amount of snow can create dangerous conditions for carriers and others, according to the Postal Service.
Maintaining clear paths around mailboxes helps carriers continue consistent delivery while reducing their risk of slipping or injury. ...read more read less