Ky. to lower flags to half-staff Sunday in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial

In accordance with a proclamation from the White House, Governor Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff on Sunday in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service.

The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service commemorates the brave firefighters and first responders who risk their lives to protect Americans. The service begins Fire Prevention Week, which takes places October 3 and goes through October 9.

Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses and organizations throughout the commonwealth to join in these tributes.