Flags to be lowered Aug. 28 in memory of Navy officer

Gov. Chris Gregoire has directed that all Washington state and U.S. flags at all Washington state government facilities be lowered to half-staff on Tuesday, Aug. 28, in memory of U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Sean Carson, who was killed Aug. 16 in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan.

Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business on Aug. 28 or first thing Wednesday morning, Aug. 29.

Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.