January 20, 2026 — Baldwin County Fire Rescue announced a significant equipment upgrade this week as new Littmann-brand stethoscopes were issued to engines and squads to be placed in their medical response bags. The upgrade supports frontline firefighters and EMS personnel by providing clearer, more reliable acoustics during patient assessments, especially in high-noise emergency environments. Department officials emphasized that quality diagnostic tools are essential not only for effective patient care but also for responder efficiency and safety. The Littmann brand is widely recognized as an industry standard, and this investment reflects the department’s continued commitment to delivering high-quality emergency medical services to the community.