Storm Closes Post Office

LAST night’s storm has forced the Scone Post Office to remain closed this morning.

Acting Post Master Sue Reichert made the decision to keep the doors closed after the electricity was tripped and water leaked into the building.

“The water came down the chimney, across the ceiling and then down through the lights and and the emergency light socket,” Ms Reichert said.

“Most of the damage to the carpets has occurred in the Post Masters office but some damage has also occurred in the retail area,” she said.

“There are no lights available in the shop and an electrician is on the way,” she said.

“The Post Office will remain closed until the electrician can assess the situation, we don’t want to fry ourselves or our customers,” Sue Reichert said.