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It is good practice to be vigilant and aware of what can and cannot be sent in the mail to ensure the package being sent does not appear suspicious. In the unfortunate circumstance someone does encounter a suspicious package, the U.S. Postal Service Web site outlines simple instructions: Stop. Don’t handle the item. Isolate it immediately. Don’t smell, open or taste. Activate an emergency plan and notify proper authorities.
101102-M-8097K-015.jpg Photo By: Lance Cpl . Chris Kutle sa

Nov 2, 2010
It is good practice to be vigilant and aware of what can and cannot be sent in the mail to ensure the package being sent does not appear suspicious. In the unfortunate circumstance someone does encounter a suspicious package, the U.S. Postal Service Web site outlines simple instructions: Stop. Don’t handle the item. Isolate it immediately. Don’t smell, open or taste. Activate an emergency plan and notify proper authorities.


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