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Camp Disaster: How Missing Plans Turned a Night into Tragedy

June 19, 2026

The summer camp in Texas that hosted young girls suffered a fatal flood last year, but a new report shows the tragedy could have been avoided. Investigators found that Camp Mystic had no written emergency evacuation plan, and the staff were not trained to handle such a crisis. State law requires cam

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Decision to Keep Camp Mystic Closed After Deadly Floods

May 1, 2026

After severe flooding in Texas last July killed 28 campers and staff, Camp Mystic has decided against reopening this summer. The camp previously sought permission from regulators but now says the grief of families and ongoing investigations make a reopening impossible. They will also drop plans to a

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Justice Sought: Families Demand Answers After Camp Tragedy

November 11, 2025

In July, a sudden and severe flood struck Camp Mystic in Texas, a Christian all-girls sleepaway camp situated along the Guadalupe River. The floodwaters rose rapidly overnight, catching everyone off guard. Tragically, 28 lives were lost, including 25 campers, two counselors, and the camp's director.

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The Guadalupe River's Unseen Threat

July 11, 2025

For many years, Dick Eastland knew the Guadalupe River could be dangerous. He saw it flood Camp Mystic many times. Once, his pregnant wife had to be flown to a hospital because of the floodwaters. Eastland worked hard to make things safer. He helped create a new flood warning system after 10 kids di

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Summer Camps: The New Frontline in Measles Prevention

June 17, 2025

Measles is making a comeback in certain regions, and summer camps are now in the spotlight. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a call to action. They want camps to verify that all kids, staff, and volunteers have proof of measles immunity. This could be through vaccination or