North Carolina flies flags at half-staff to honor fallen firefighters on National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day.
VIRGINIA, USA — Flags are flying at half-staff in North Carolina on Monday in honor of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day.
“I am proud to recognize North Carolina’s firefighters and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our communities. Let us remember their heroism and sacrifice,” said North Carolina Governor Josh Stein.
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation hosted the 44th National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, May 3-4, in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
Officials say the flag-lowering was pushed to Monday because the holiday fell on a Sunday.
“This weekend is a powerful reminder of the extraordinary courage and commitment of those who put their lives on the line to protect others,” said Troy Markel, chair of the NFFF Board of Directors. “We come together not only to remember the fallen, but to stand in solidarity with their families and departments, letting them know their loved ones will never be forgotten.”
“Each of these 140 firefighters made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others – a profound sacrifice that defines true heroism,” said Victor Stagnaro, chief executive officer of the NFFF. “Memorial Weekend is a time for our nation to come together to honor their bravery, to stand beside their families, and ensure their legacy lives on in every community they so selflessly served.”
