The fire department in Falls City raised a flag at its station on North Main Street to show solidarity its members feel with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office – and law enforcement agencies in general.
John Gilbert, the volunteer firefighter association president, said members believed it needed to make the statement of support, and raised an American flag with a blue line to show support for the PCSO. The association sent a letter to the sheriff’s office and held a ceremony last week.
“In these difficult times of turmoil, distrust, and disrespect shown towards our police officers around the country, the Falls City Fire Association members would unanimously like to take this opportunity to show you our sincere appreciation and our earnest support of you, your deputies and your sheriff’s department,” the letter read.