Summary
Camp Mystic in Texas plans to reopen and enroll new campers after a flood killed 25 girls and two counselors. The decision has divided families, with some viewing it as a step toward healing, while others think it is insensitive. Texas lawmakers are planning to investigate the disaster, and the camp promises improved safety measures.
Key Facts
- A flood at Camp Mystic in Texas killed 25 campers and two counselors in July.
- The camp will begin signing up new campers in January, intending for arrivals in May.
- Some families support reopening as a healing step, while others criticize it as insensitive.
- Lawmakers in Texas will hold investigative hearings regarding the flood.
- Kerr County leaders remain in their positions, defending their actions during the flood.
- The camp plans to implement new safety measures, like two-way radios and river monitors.
- The area, called "Flash Flood Alley," is prone to flooding due to its geographical features.
- Legal action is underway, with some families alleging failures in protecting children.
