Lowering the flag for the tragedy in Lewiston, Maine

Gov. Inslee has directed that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff immediately, in honor and remembrance of the victims who tragically lost their lives on October 25, 2023, in Lewiston, Maine.

Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on Monday, October 30, 2023.

Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.

Please email FlagRequests@gov.wa.gov if you have any questions about this flag lowering.