USPS urges proper packing and deadline reminders for Holiday shipping

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Whether it’s a Christmas Card, a package full of gifts, or an on-line order for the holidays, chances are you’re depending on the mail over the next few weeks for something.

Last December, USPS delivered 45% more packages and more than 350 million mail pieces per operating day. USPS says it’s ready for record package numbers this holiday season.

Ahead of the season, it increased daily processing capacity from 60 million to 88 million by deploying more than 600 package sorters, hired 14,000 seasonal employees, opened new facilities, and established a number of products and services for shipping gifts.

We still have to do our part to make sure this “shipping season” runs smoothly. USPS released cutoff dates for getting your packages in place on time, and tips for making sure they get there in one piece at USPS.com.

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