Texas state officials certified Camp Mystic's disaster plan two days before devastating floods, leading to the deaths of 27 campers and counselors. An inspection confirmed the camp had a written plan and staff awareness. However, the specifics of the plan and staff training were not disclosed. The tragedy raises concerns about the camp's preparedness for forecasted storms, especially as many casualties occurred in cabins near the river. At least 109 people died due to the floods in the region known as 'Flash Flood Alley,' where Camp Mystic is located among other camps deemed at flood risk.
Camp Mystic was inspected by Texas state officials just two days before major floods struck, revealing questions about the adequacy of its disaster plan.
At least 109 people perished in the floods, including at least 30 children, with specific concerns raised about flood risk awareness among camp staff.
The camp's disaster plan did not provide details on staff training or the preparedness of nearly 700 campers during the flooding incident.
The camp is situated in a region known as 'Flash Flood Alley,' where several other camps are also located near high-risk flood zones.
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