At 12 and 6 p.m. on Memorial Day, fire companies and churches in both Nassau and Suffolk County will be sounding their sirens and ringing their bells for 50 seconds.
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During that time, local citizens are asked to stand at attention for a moment of silence.
The island-wide initiative was inspired by how Israel honors its fallen soldiers.
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Nassau Country first enacted the tribute in 2022, where officials say it was well received by the public.
Memorial Day is Monday, May 29.
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