Congressman Cole Encourages Residents to Visit Disaster Recovery Centers

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Cole made the following statement after hearing the news that three disaster recovery centers have opened in Comanche, Pontotoc, and McClain counties. The temporary facilities are open for the next few days. Disaster victims can visit the centers to ask questions and receive written recovery-related information.

"I am pleased that these disaster recovery centers have opened in counties within the Fourth District. This is an excellent way for citizens to find answers to their questions and get help," Congressman Cole said. "Oklahoma Emergency Management officials, local FEMA members, and officials from the U.S. Small Business Administration will be able to provide in-depth information to those whose homes and businesses were damaged by flooding. My office is also available to answer questions and help families, small business, farmers and ranchers that were affected by the disaster."

The disaster recovery centers (DRCs) have opened in Comanche, Pontotoc, and McClain counties. Disaster victims are urged to register for assistance before visiting the DRCs. Individuals can register by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or on-line at www.fema.gov. The TTY number is 1-800-462-7585 for the speech- or hearing-impaired. For any additional information, Congressman Cole's office can be reached at 405-329-6500.

Business owners and residents can receive information about disaster loans provided by the Small Business Administration (SBA). They can begin the application process by calling the SBA at 1-800-659-2955 or visit the SBA Web site at www.sba.gov/services/disasterassistance.

The DRCs are open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Listed below are the locations of the three DRCs open in the Fourth District.

August 8th-12th
Comanche County
4135 West Gore
Lawton, OK 73505

August 9th-14th
Pontotoc County
The Source Community Building
730 East Main St.
Ada, OK 74820

August 9th-14th
McClain County
Mid-American Technology Center
27438 State Highway 59
Wayne, OK 73095