Del. flags to fly at half staff to honor fallen firefighter

DELAWARE – Governor John Carney has ordered Delaware flags to be lowered to half-staff until sunset on August 22nd.

This is to honor Sussex County EMS employee and volunteer firefighter Thomas Berry.

“Most people run away from danger. And then there are an elite few who run toward dangerous situations to help others,” said Governor Carney. “Thomas Berry was one of those people, making the ultimate sacrifice to help a neighbor in need. Tracey and I are praying for Mr. Berry’s family, friends, coworkers in Sussex County, and fellow volunteers at the Georgetown and Ellendale fire companies.”