A girls' summer camp swept away by a 'horrific' deluge

Published: 7/7/2025
A girls' summer camp swept away by a 'horrific' deluge
Camp Mystic, a Christian girls' camp on the Guadalupe River in Texas, was devastated by deadly flooding during a holiday weekend. Tragically, 78 individuals, including campers and staff, have been confirmed dead, with 10 girls and a counselor still missing. The camp's director, Richard "Dick" Eastland, was among those who lost their lives, and the aftermath of the floods has left the camp in ruins. Rescue efforts continue amidst challenging conditions, highlighting the gravity of the disaster that has impacted several youth camps in the area.