Shapiro Orders Flags At Half-Staff

May 5, 2024 5:49 am

All United States and Pennsylvania flags on Commonwealth facilities, public buildings and grounds are to be flown at half-staff on Sunday. That order comes from Governor Josh Shapiro to honor Pennsylvania firefighters that have given their lives in the line of duty. This honor is in line with the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service during National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. Shapiro states “During National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, we honor the Pennsylvania firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice, running towards danger and giving their lives in the line of duty to keep our communities safe.” The flags shall fly at half-staff until sunset Sunday. All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in the tribute.