U.S. Postal Service

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Numbers are important to the U.S. Postal Service, especially that five digit Zip Code that defines where you live.But after Hurricane Milton, another number stands out — ZERO.That's as in zero postal facilities destroyed or flooded. But also as in zero postal facilities reopened and zero attempts at delivery.There's a good reason for that — Milton — and if you live in Florida, mostly anywhere in the Sunshine State, that hurricane is likely something you won't soon forget. But it also means that full recovery of postal service to the area may stretch forward for some time.

The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently announced processing operations will remain at the Fort Myers postal facility.

The Downtown Fort Myers post office site will be open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Service is not available on the weekend.