WV State Order · Half-Staff
Flags at Half-Staff for 25th Anniversary of September 11 Attacks
September 11, 2026
Governor Patrick Morrisey of West Virginia ordered all United States and West Virginia flags at state facilities to be displayed at half-staff in remembrance of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. This observance honors the 2,977 innocent victims and recognizes the heroism of first responders and service members who answered the call. The order marks the 25th anniversary of the attacks that changed the nation forever.
Flag protocol
Flags at state facilities are to fly at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Friday, September 11, 2026, in honor of the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
Source: governor.wv.gov
This state order follows a presidential proclamation: Flags at Half-Staff for Patriot Day.