What should be done with the flags during inclement weather?

Keeping flags indoors during inclement weather is the appropriate action to prevent damage and ensure they remain in good condition. Flags can become tattered or degraded when exposed to harsh conditions such as strong winds, rain, snow, or ice. By keeping them indoors during such weather, you are taking steps to preserve their integrity and maintain the respect they deserve as national symbols.

In more severe circumstances, such as storms or heavy snowfall, it's especially important to protect flags, as these conditions can lead to significant wear and tear. While there are protocols for displaying flags in other settings, such as at half-staff as a sign of mourning, these do not apply during adverse weather conditions. The directive to keep flags indoors helps ensure that they are treated with the respect and care that they symbolize.