MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The U.S flag and the state of Wisconsin flag will fly at half-staff this weekend to honor Wisconsin firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

Governor Tony Evers ordered flags to be lowered on Saturday, September 27, which aligns with the Final Alarm Ceremony and Silent Procession at the Wisconsin Fire and EMS Memorial Park in Wisconsin Rapids.

Gov. Evers said these firefighters deserve this dedication.

“Every day they go to work they put their own health, lives, and safety at risk to serve others in their darkest hours,” he said. “Throughout the year, we lower the flags in honor of those who have tragically lost their lives in the line of duty, not only as a sign of respect and appreciation for their commendable commitment to service, but as a m

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