MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – The South Lake County Fire Sirens group will hold its annual installation of officers and awards ceremony on Monday, Feb. 6, at 11 a.m. at the Middletown Senior Center, 21256 Washington St.

South Lake County Fire Chief Greg Bertelli will conduct the installation of officers for 2017.

“It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as president of the Middletown Fire Sirens this past year especially in light of the fire activity this region has endured in 2016,” said outgoing SLCFS President Pat Hallman states. “I am so proud to be part of this organization that provides assistance to our local fire fighters so that they can better serve the community.”

The mission of the SLCFS is to raise funds to purchase equipment and supplies to assist the South Lake County Fire Department. Since its inception more than 31 years ago the Fire Sirens have raised $320,000.

“The efforts of the members of this unique organization help to save lives,” said Bertelli. “This is truly an amazing group of individuals who work so hard. They do not do it for the recognition; they are greatly appreciated by everyone that has the opportunity to work with them.”

The Fire Sirens installation of officers takes place at the start of each year. Typically held in January, the event was rescheduled due to the recent heavy rainfall event.

A luncheon immediately follows the installation of officers. Other business conducted includes the awarding of five annual Fire Siren awards including the Stars of Excellence Award.

Following the installation of officers, all are invited to attend the luncheon at the Middletown Senior Center dining room.

The cost is $5 and the menu is baked chicken with mash potatoes and all the trimmings.

To make a reservation for lunch and support the SLCFS please contact Pat Hallman at 707-987-3991 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than Jan. 30.

SLCFS also runs the Fire Siren Thrift Shop located at 21095 Highway 175, Middletown. The Fire Siren Thrift Shop, “Second Hand But Grand,” is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

On Friday, Jan. 27, SLCFS will sponsor the Blood Centers of the Pacific Blood Drive at the Middletown Fire Station from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The next SLCFS regular monthly meeting will be held on March 6 at the Middletown Fire Station. All interested community members are welcome to attend.

SLCFS meetings are held on the first Monday of the month. A coffee social kicks off the morning at 9:30 a.m. and the meeting begins at 10 a.m.

To make your reservation to attend the Feb. 6 SLCFS Installation of Officers and Award Ceremony or for more information contact Pat Hallman at 707-987-3991 or Fran Rand at 707-987-8546.