US EditionBuildings across NYS to light up red in honor of fallen firefighters
- On May 4, 2025, multiple states and federal offices will fly flags at half-staff to honor firefighters fallen in the line of duty.
- This follows declarations by Governor Tony Evers and Governor Mark Gordon aligned with National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, commemorating firefighters' sacrifices nationwide.
- The annual commemorative event held in Emmitsburg, Maryland, honors both volunteer and professional firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty over the past year, including those who perished during significant incidents like the January 2025 wildfires in Southern California.
- President Donald Trump’s proclamation honored firefighters who consistently dedicate themselves to safeguarding communities, highlighting the heroism of Corey Comperatore, who was killed while shielding his family during an assassination attempt at a July 2024 event in Butler, Pennsylvania.
- These observances and ceremonies emphasize ongoing respect for fallen firefighters and offer support to Fire Hero Families while reinforcing public recognition of firefighters’ daily risks.
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Buildings across NYS to light up red in honor of fallen firefighters
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Landmarks across New York State will be lit red on Saturday night in honor of Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters, according to Governor Kathy Hochul. Five buildings in the Capital Region will join in the illumination. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters is a nationally recognized memorial effort for firefighters that have…
Gov. Evers orders flags at half-staff to honor fallen firefighters
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has signed an executive order for the United States and the State of Wisconsin flags to be flown at half-staff this Sunday to honor firefighters who have died in the line of duty.
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Mills orders flags to half-staff Sunday for firefighter memorial
The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, to be held in Maryland, honors firefighters who were killed in the line of duty during the prior year.
Gov. Gordon orders flags at half-staff Sunday to honor fallen firefighters
CHEYENNE – Gov. Mark Gordon, pursuant to Public Law 107-51, has ordered both the U.S. and state of Wyoming flags be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise until sunset on Sunday in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service,…
Governor Gordon orders flags to fly a Half Staff to honor National fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
CASPER, Wyo. — Governor Gordon has ordered flags to fly at Half Staff on Sunday, May 4. That’s according to a release from the governor’s office. “Governor Mark Gordon, pursuant to Public Law 107-51, has ordered both the U.S. and State of Wyoming flags be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, May 4 in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, and to pay our respects to brave firefighters and first r…
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