Iowa Gov., Kim Reynolds, has ordered all flags in Iowa to half-staff Sunday in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. Each year, firefighters who have died in the line of duty during the previous year are honored at the memorial service, which is scheduled annually for the first weekend in October. Reynolds says, “I join with Iowans in remembrance of the fallen firefighters across our nation and the ultimate sacrifice they have made. I am amazed at their fortitude and unselfish acts of heroism to run towards danger to save lives. I commend their bravery and the commitment to keep our communities safe.” Flags will be at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Oct. 3 on the State Capitol Building, flag displays in the Capitol Complex and on public buildings, grounds and facilities through the state. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly flags at half-staff for the same length of time.
