There are four avenues of emergency in New Port Richey, FL. People can contact the hospital, the clinic, the police department and the fire department. The main contact number for the police department is (727) 841-4550 or 911 for an emergency. The current Chief of Police is Martin Rickus. Headquarters is found on Adams Street. There are actually several departments you could contact, including administration, fax, the Chief of Police, the executive officer, the lieutenant, the communications department and records division.

The city limits, in total, are less than five square miles. Although the city itself is small, the total area encompasses all of West Pasco County, which can bring in as much as 240,000 people, not to mention tourists. The New Port Richey Police Department has 41 police officers as well as 2 reserve officers and 3 auxiliary officers. There are also 25 civilians working in police headquarters. This is the largest agency in the entire county.

The New Port Richey Fire Department is presided over by Chief Alex Onishenko. The Fire Department is located at City Hall on Main Street. For emergencies, citizens are encouraged to call 911. The administrative number is (727) 853-1032. The second fire station is found on High Street. The fire department dates back to 1922. There is a completely separate department for fire prevention. There are three district chiefs, 18 career firefighters and a team of part time firefighters.

When it comes to medical emergencies, you can contact the New Port Richey Ambulance Department by dialing 911 or the Community Hospital at (727) 848-1733. The hospital is found on Marine Parkway. The Mease-Morton Plant Northbay Hospital is also nearby, at Madison Street, accessible at (727) 842-8468. New Port Richey, FL hospitals are your first contact for medical issues, whether you are visiting or a new resident living in the city. Keep these numbers in mind as they could save your life!