Please be advised that due to major events and severe weather conditions, delivery services across Italy, the United States, and Canada may experience delays throughout February 2026. We encourage you to proactively inform customers of potential service impacts based on the details outlined below.
Italy: Event-Related Disruptions & Strike Alerts
1. Winter Olympics (February 6–22)
Large-scale security and traffic measures will affect logistics:
February 6–7 (Opening Ceremony):
Deliveries in Milan and surrounding areas will be suspended due to strict traffic controls.February 8–22 (During the Games):
Deliveries to Cortina d’Ampezzo and nearby areas may face delays due to continued traffic restrictions.
2. Venice Carnival (January 31–February 17)
Venice Island:
Significant impact expected from February 14–17 and on weekends; some areas may have suspended delivery services.Mestre:
Minor delays possible.Bari:
Expect 2–3 day delays from February 3–5 due to local festivities.
3. Nationwide Strike (February 16)
While no direct disruptions have been confirmed yet, potential rallies or marches in Milan, Rome, and Turin may cause regional delivery delays.
United States: Ongoing Severe Weather Disruptions
A persistent cold wave continues to impact the Midwest, Northeast, and Great Lakes regions.
Trunk line & last-mile delivery:
Widespread delays of 3–5 business days.Airports & ports:
Some facilities are still recovering, reducing operational efficiency.Major carriers (USPS, FedEx, UPS):
Tracking updates and delivery times may be slower than normal.
Canada: Blizzard Conditions Affecting Delivery
Blizzard activity remains active across parts of Eastern and Central Canada, causing:
Greater Toronto Area:
Delivery delays of 3–5 days.Localized severe conditions:
In heavily affected zones, service may be suspended.
If snow prevents access to delivery addresses, packages will be held at local stations until conditions improve.
What You Should Do
Notify customers in advance about possible delays.
Allow additional transit time for all shipments to the affected regions.
Monitor tracking updates frequently, as conditions may evolve day by day.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we navigate these temporary challenges. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. For any questions or further clarification, feel free to reach out to Zendrop Support.