Utah Gov. Gary Herbert on Monday ordered that U.S. and Utah state flags be flown at half staff until sunset on Thursday in honor of the victims of shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, that occurred over the weekend.
Private property owners are encouraged to follow suit by flying flags at half staff for the same period of time, according to a prepared statement from the governor's office.
“Our hearts are heavy as we reflect on the hateful and cruel violence that rocked our nation this weekend,” Herbert said. “As Utahns, we grieve with all those who have lost loved ones in these senseless and vile shootings, and we pray for the recovery of the wounded.