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USPS, FedEx and UPS are urging Louisiana shoppers to ship holiday packages early to avoid delays.

The USPS, FedEx deadline for Ground Advantage is Dec. 17, while Priority Mail Express is Dec. 20.

UPS deadlines range from Dec. 19 for 3-Day Select to Dec. 23 for Next Day Air.

As the holidays quickly approach, shoppers across Louisiana — from Shreveport to New Orleans — are hustling to get gifts ordered and shipped in time for Christmas.

With more parcels flying across the country than almost any other time of the year, here’s what you need to know from the national carriers UPS, FedEx and USPS to ensure your packages arrive under the tree by Dec. 25.

USPS Deadlines: When to Mail for on-time Christmas arrival

USPS Ground Advantage and First-Class Mail (cards, small

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