I don’t have real-time access to official flag-status updates here, but I can explain how to determine why a flag might be at half-mast today and common sources to check. What “half-mast” or “half-staff” typically signals
- National mourning: The president or a governor proclaims a period of mourning, during which all national or state flags are flown at half-mstaff as a sign of respect. This can follow the death of a prominent national figure or a tragedy of national significance.
- Commemorations for public service figures: Sometimes officials observe half-staff to honor military members, veterans, first responders, or other public figures on specific anniversaries or dates of remembrance.
- Special proclamations: Occasionally Congress or state governments issue declarations for particular observances.
How to verify today’s status
- Check official proclamations: Look for a current presidential or gubernatorial proclamation announcing half-staff status. These are typically published on whitehouse.gov, a state government site, or official press releases.
- Local/state notices: Some states publish daily half-staff notices or calendars. Local newspapers or state heritage/official portals often list current statuses.
- Reputable news aggregators: Major outlets will report when a national half-staff period is declared, especially if tied to a high-profile death or national event.
- Flag etiquette resources: Some organizations maintain up-to-date schedules or live status pages indicating whether flags should be at half-staff on a given day.
If you want, I can help you:
- Identify the most likely reason based on recent high-profile deaths or memorials in your country.
- Locate and summarize the official proclamation or news article confirming today’s status.
