Which flag is flown during inclement weather?

• A. Storm flag
• B. Post flag
• C. Guidon
• D. National flag

Answer: (A)

The situation tests flag etiquette for weather conditions. A storm flag is the flag designated for inclement weather and is used to replace the regular flag on outdoor staff to protect it from damage while still maintaining a display. This keeps the flag ceremony respectful and the flag’s presence visible even in storms, rain, or high winds. The other flags have different, non-weather-specific roles: a post flag represents the post and is not specifically tied to weather; a guidon identifies a unit in ceremonial or operational use; and the national flag is the standard flag normally flown when weather permits. So, the storm flag is the appropriate choice for inclement weather.