Sunnyvale is highly regarded for its unique and highly effective emergency services model.
- **Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety (DPS):** Unlike most US cities, Sunnyvale operates a fully integrated public safety department. All sworn officers are cross-trained as police officers, firefighters, and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). This allows for highly flexible and rapid response times, as the closest available unit can respond to any type of emergency. - **Emergency Number:** 911 - **Non-Emergency Phone:** (408) 730-7100 - **Disaster Management:** The city's Office of Emergency Services (OES) coordinates preparedness programs, including the Sunnyvale Neighborhoods Actively Prepare (SNAP) program, equipping residents to handle earthquakes and other regional emergencies.