US EditionWhy are flags at half-staff today? Read about three Oregon firefighters remembered
- Flags are flying at half-staff Sunday across Oregon to honor three firefighters who died in the line of duty.
- This flag order comes in response to a presidential declaration designating this weekend to honor firefighters who have died in the line of duty.
- The three Oregon firefighters commemorated are Daniel Richard Foley, Maurice Stadeli, and Brian Wolgamott, each remembered for their service and struggles.
- Governor Tina Kotek expressed her respect for firefighters who have died while serving and extended her thoughts to the families who grieve their loss during this weekend of remembrance.
- The flag lowering marks a solemn remembrance and signals ongoing respect for families and communities affected by firefighter losses.
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US, state flags to fly at half staff through Sunday: Here's why
DENVER (KDVR) — Flags across the U.S. are flying at half-staff on Sunday to honor some of the bravest Americans who risked their own lives to protect their neighbors. It's part of the annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, which is accompanied by an event held in Emmitsburg, Maryland, to commemorate the lives of volunteer and professional firefighters who have died in the line of duty over the past year and beyond. The City of Chi…
Here's why US, Colorado flags will fly at half staff on Sunday
DENVER (KDVR) — Flags in Colorado will fly at half-staff on Sunday to honor firefighters who risked their lives to protect fellow citizens as part of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. The annual event is held in Emmitsburg, Maryland, and commemorates the lives of volunteer and professional firefighters who have died in the line of duty over the past year and beyond. The history behind those extravagant Kentucky Derby hats …
Flags to fly at half-staff Sunday in Virginia in honor of fallen firefighters
RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) - You'll notice flags flying at half-staff Sunday across Virginia. Governor Glenn Youngkin issued an order on Friday that U.S. and Commonwealth of Virginia flags be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in honor of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day. "We remember all the firefighters who were killed in the line of duty and made the ultimate sacrifice protecting their communities," Go…
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