Why are flags half mast today? Why are the flags at half mast today?

Tennessee's flag is flying at half-mast over the state capitol today in recognition of four of the state's fallen heroes who lost their lives in service to their country. ChaCha on!

Answered - 699 days ago at 5:12pm on Mar 13 2010

Sadly, I can find no mention of South Carolina flags being flown at half staff. It is either a mistake, or someone local has died.

Answered by James D. - 897 days ago at 7:05am on Aug 28 2009

I could not find a reason for flags to be at half mast today. They are sometimes done locally to honor someone in town. ChaCha!

Answered by Christie P. - 956 days ago at 2:03pm on Jun 30 2009

Flags were half mast to honor police officers who have lost their lives and today to honor fallen soldiers for Memorial Day.

Answered by Scott P. - 992 days ago at 6:01pm on May 24 2009

In MD, this is in memory of Former Delegate Pauline H. Menes, a Member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 1967 to 2007

Answered by Theresa A. - 998 days ago at 10:27am on May 19 2009

May 15, 2009 has been designated as Peace Officers Memorial Day. Flags are to fly at half-staff to honor fallen officers. ChaCha!

Answered by Karen D. - 1001 days ago at 4:31pm on May 15 2009

In the state of Utah, flags are to be at half staff in honor of former Utah congressman, Bill Orton's, funeral today. ChaCha again

Answered by Stefanie B. - 1020 days ago at 11:34am on Apr 27 2009

There is no national reason for having flags at half mast today. It may be for a local fallen firefighter or police officer!

Answered by Kerri K. - 1022 days ago at 10:27pm on Apr 24 2009