Note: Normally this event is held on the first weekend of October but it has moved to May in 2023.
The United States Congress created the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to lead a nationwide effort to remember America’s fallen firefighters. Since 1992, the tax-exempt, nonprofit Foundation has developed and expanded programs to honor our fallen fire heroes and assist their families and coworkers.
The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service will be held Sunday, May 7, 2023, to honor firefighters who died in the line of duty. In accordance to Public Law 107-51, the American flag should be lowered to half-staff on Sunday, May 7, 2023 from sunrise to sunset in observance of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service.
The Memorial Service can be watched live on Sunday at https://youtu.be/Eok1LfVyDgk
Governor Walz Orders Flags Flown at Half-Staff for Fallen Firefighters
Governor Tim Walz today has directed all United States and Minnesota flags at state buildings to be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, May 7, to honor firefighters who have been killed or injured in the line of duty. This order occurs annually in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service.
“Every year, we remember the men and women who gave their lives to protect our communities,” said Governor Walz. “I am grateful to our Minnesota firefighters who continue to do this heroic work day after day, and we will never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice.”
Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are also encouraged to join in lowering their flags.