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Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy after catastrophic Texas floods killed 28 people at the girls' camp
By JAMIE STENGLE and KATHY McCORMACK, Associated Press at KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 campers and two teenage counselors at the Christian camp for girls along the Guadalupe River in Texas.
Why this matters in Westlake News
The bankruptcy filing by Camp Mystic has significant implications for the West Lake Hills community, where many families have sent their children to summer camps along the Guadalupe River. The tragic loss of life at the camp has raised questions about flood safety and emergency preparedness in the area. As the camp navigates the bankruptcy process, local residents will be watching to see how the organization plans to address these concerns and ensure that such a disaster never happens again. The impact of the floods on local businesses and tourism also cannot be overlooked, as the reputation of the area as a safe and welcoming destination for families has been called into question. The city government and local emergency management officials may need to re-examine their protocols for responding to severe weather events to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 campers and two teenage counselors at the Christian camp for girls along the Guadalupe River in Texas.
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