FLORIAN, SAINT, a martyr honoured in Upper Austria. In the 8th century Puoche was mentioned as the place of his tomb, and on the site was built the celebrated monastery of canons regular, St. Florian, which still exists. His Acta, devoid of historical value, are based on the Acta of St. Irenaeus of Sirmium. The cult of St. Florian was introduced into Poland in 1183 by Giles, bishop of Modena. His protection is often sought against fire and his feast kept on May 4.