Gov. Kim Reynolds has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff to honor Eric Hosette, a firefighter killed in the line of duty. All individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to lower their flags on Friday, Jan. 11 until sunset on Sunday, Jan. 13. Hosette died while battling a blaze at the ADM facility in Clinton on Saturday, Jan. 5. Reynolds says that Hosette was courageous and had served with valor and dignity. “As a first responder, Eric put everything on the line to help his community. We will always remember his sacrifice and the outstanding example of service he left to all Iowans,” says Reynolds. Lt. Gov., Adam Gregg adds, “While there is incredible sorrow for the loss of Eric Hosette, there will always be incredible gratitude for his service and that of firefighters across the state of Iowa.” Flags will fly at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and throughout the Capitol Complex and on all public buildings, grounds and facilities across the state.
