Texas Camp Mystic Flood Splits Community Between Grief and Renewal

A July 4 flood at Camp Mystic in Texas killed 28 people connected to the camp, including 27 campers and counselors and the longtime executive director, triggering an outpouring of grief and a tight-knit alumnae network. The tragedy has also polarized the Mystic community: Heaven’s 27 families sued the Eastland family over alleged negligence, while many alums support a partial reopening with enhanced safety measures. Cypress Lake, the newer campus, is set to reopen with a six-session, shorter schedule and a new flood-warning system. Memorial plans have sparked debate, and about 900 girls have already signed up for the summer, signaling a community striving to heal while grappling with accountability and memory.