The U.S. Postal Service has released a list of cities with the most dog attacks on letter carriers, and Buffalo residents are being warned to take precautions. Last year, there were over 5,200 dog attacks against postal workers nationwide, with Buffalo being one of the affected cities.
According to the U.S. Postal Service, the dog attacks occurred in various neighborhoods, including South Buffalo and the Elmwood Village. The U.S. Postal Service is urging residents to keep their dogs under control and to be mindful of letter carriers in their area.
"We want to remind residents to keep their dogs on a leash and to be aware of their surroundings," said a U.S. Postal Service spokesperson.
The dog attacks have been a concern for the U.S. Postal Service for several years, with the number of attacks increasing annually. In Buffalo, the attacks have occurred on various streets, including Hertel Avenue and Delaware Avenue. Residents are being advised to take precautions to prevent dog attacks, including keeping their dogs indoors when letter carriers are in the area.
The U.S. Postal Service is working with local animal control agencies to educate residents on how to prevent dog attacks. The agency is also providing training to letter carriers on how to handle dog attacks. Residents are being encouraged to report any dog attacks to the U.S. Postal Service immediately.
South Buffalo homeowners and parents in the Williamsville district are being warned to be especially vigilant, as dog attacks have been reported in these areas. Small business owners on Hertel Avenue are also being advised to take precautions to prevent dog attacks.
The U.S. Postal Service will be holding a meeting with residents next month to discuss the dog attack issue and to provide information on how to prevent attacks. Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to learn more about the issue and to provide feedback to the U.S. Postal Service.