Texas Lawmakers to Question Camp Mystic’s Owners Over Deadly Flood
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Owners and employees of Camp Mystic are scheduled to testify before Texas lawmakers about their handling of the catastrophic flooding last year that resulted in 29 deaths, as the state reviews the camp’s license to reopen.
- The tragedy occurred on July 4 when the Guadalupe River flooded camp buildings, killing 25 campers, two counselors, and the camp director.
- Investigators revealed that Camp Mystic lacked a required evacuation plan, having only emergency shelter procedures, which raised concerns during the legislative hearings.
- The camp must make significant revisions to its emergency plans to obtain a license to partially reopen in a non-flood-prone area by May, according to state health officials.
- The camp faces lawsuits from victims’ families alleging negligence in emergency preparedness and response during the flood.
