In memory of the lives lost in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School tragedy, Florida Gov. DeSantis has ordered flags at half-staff.
On February 14, 2018, the 17 innocent lives of Alyssa Alhadeff, Scott Beigel, Martin Duque Anguiano, Nicholas Dworet, Aaron Feis, Jaime Guttenberg, Christopher Hixon, Luke Hoyer, Cara Loughran, Gina Montalto, Joaquin Oliver, Alaina Petty, Meadow Pollack, Helena Ramsay, Alex Schachter, Carmen Schentrup and Peter Wang were taken when a murderer opened fire at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.
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“Students, teachers, and faculty showed great courage in the face of danger. The sacrifices of these heroes and the brave actions of first responders will never be forgotten,” said DeSantis.
In memory of the lives lost in this tragedy, I hereby direct the flags of the United States and the State of Florida to be flown at half-staff at all local and state buildings, installations, and grounds throughout the State of Florida from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, February 14, 2024.
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