[maxgallery id=”43207″]USPS delivered millions of packages and other mail Dec. 21, which was expected to be the yearâs busiest delivery day.
âWe have a service to provide,â Charlotte, NC, Letter Carrier Richard Journette told the local NBC station. Journette, a 15-year employee, began his day at 6 a.m. He expected to travel 40-50 miles and make 400 deliveries. Although Journette said he typically goes through three pairs of shoes each holiday season, he doesnât mind. âI love seeing all the mail,â he said.
Package volumes are up about 15 percent compared to last yearâs peak season. USPS is on track to meet projections of delivering more than 600 million packages before New Yearâs Eve.
The Postal Service took several steps to prepare for peak season, including adding new package-sorting equipment at plants and developing new routing options to boost efficiencies.
USPS also delivered packages on Sundays throughout peak season. In some cities, packages will be delivered Christmas Day.
Despite the heavier workload, employees like Taylor, MI, Letter Carrier Kenny Evola remain enthusiastic about delivering the holidays for customers.âWeâre like Santaâs helpers delivering presents. Instead of only bills, we deliver happiness,â Evola said.
Source: Home stretch | USPS News Link