The post office's temporary base of operations at PIA.
PETERSBURG – The Petersburg Post Office has been closed since Thursday after a package leaked mercury inside of the facility, according to a statement issued by the United States Postal Service.
"Out of an abundance of caution, we are temporarily suspending operations at the Petersburg Post Office until the facility is deemed safe to reoccupy," according to the statement.
Though the amount of mercury that has been leaked is not considered dangerous, the post office was closed to preserve the safety and security of post office employees and customers and the mailstream, according to the statement.
United States Postal Service officials estimate the Petersburg Post Office to reopen on Friday, according to a statement issued by the USPS. Officials had previously expected the post office to resume normal retail and PO box operations by this past weekend.
"The Postal Service apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates its customers' patience," according to the statement.
Petersburg residents have been able to pick up their mail at the Petersburg Indian Association building.
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