A Simple Signal with a Big Purpose
You open your mailbox and spot it—a single dryer sheet, tucked in the corner or taped to the side.
At first glance, it might seem odd. Did someone drop it? Is it litter?
No.
That dryer sheet is actually a quiet act of community care—a gentle warning and a natural deterrent left by your mail carrier to keep everyone safe from a hidden summer danger: wasps.
Why Wasps Love Mailboxes
Mailboxes are perfect wasp real estate:
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