August 12, 2024 The Mescalero Apache Tribe is aware of the situation at the Mescalero Post Office. There was a powdery, white substance that was found in a package at the Mescalero Post Office. It is known as diatomaceous earth. It is a source of silica and is an ingredient in toothpaste, cat litter and paint. It can also be used as a dietary supplement and it helps keep crawling insects away.
A hazmat team was able to test the substance and confirmed it was a non-hazardous material. The building is now deemed safe.
At approximately 3:30PM on August 12, 2024 it is safe to conduct business at the Mescalero Post Office. Thank you!