Texas Panel Finds Camp Mystic Flood Gaps, Sets Course for 2027 Reforms

A 115-page investigative report adopted by Texas Senate and House committees finds Camp Mystic had no written emergency plans, stalled evacuations, and chaotic incident management during last year’s July Fourth flood that killed 25 campers and two counselors; overall, more than 130 people died in the floods. The findings will guide policy changes for the 2027 legislative session, with lawmakers noting much was addressed by prior safety bills but promising further tweaks after hearings and ongoing reviews of staff training and emergency communications.