Why Are Flags at Half-Staff in Connecticut?

Why are flags at half-staff in Connecticut?

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) -- Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has ordered all United States and state flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday. According to the governor's office, the order is in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, an annual ceremony which honor all American firefighters who have died [...]

Flags Lowered Sunday For Fallen Firefighters Memorial

Governor Lamont Directs Flags To Half-Staff Sunday For The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, an annual ceremony that serves as the official national tribute honoring all firefighters in the…