04-05-2025
Why Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs ordered flags to be flown at half-staff May 4-5
Governor Katie Hobbs has ordered flags at all state buildings to be flown at half-staff Sunday, May 4, in observance of National Firefighters Memorial Day, and again Monday, May 5, in honor of Arizona Peace Officers Memorial Day.
In a press release statement, Hobbs said the lowering is to honor and remember firefighters and peace officers who have died in the line of duty.
'We honor their courageous and selfless service on behalf of all Arizonans,' said Hobbs. 'We mourn the heroes we've lost in Arizona and across the nation. Their legacy will not be forgotten.'
Nearly 300 police officers have lost their lives in the line of duty in Arizona, according to the Officer Down Memorial Page. Since 1902, 167 firefighters and paramedics in Arizona have died in the line of duty. Among the most recent losses are firefighters, paramedics, forest service personnel, and others, according to the Arizona Fallen Firefighter Memorial.
Individuals, businesses and other organizations are also encouraged to lower their flags to half-staff.
This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Why flags are being flown at half-staff across Arizona
