Governor Jim Pillen orders flags to half-staff for Firefighter Nathan Matthews

Governor Jim Pillen has ordered that flags be lowered to half-staff on Saturday in recognition of the service and sacrifice by firefighter Nathan Matthews, who died from injuries sustained while battling a wildfire.

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Last reviewed July 31, 2026