Governor Markell orders flags lowered on September 11

DOVER – This afternoon, President Obama ordered American flags at all government buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff on Thursday, September 11, in observance of Patriot Day and National Day of Service to honor the individuals who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

In concurrence with the President’s order and in remembrance of the victims from that day, Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities also be flown at half-staff on Thursday, September 11.