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Camp Mystic, site of deadly Texas flooding, files for bankruptcy
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
By Laura RomeroJune 24, 2026, 7:09 AM
Camp Mystic, the Christian all-girls sleepaway camp, filed for bankruptcy on Wednesday, according to court records.
The Chapter 11 filing comes nearly a year after the deadly flood that killed 25 girls and two teen counselors in the Texas Hill Country ...
Key takeaway The Chapter 11 filing comes nearly a year after the deadly flood that killed 25 girls and two teen counselors in the Texas Hill Country ...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The bankruptcy filing by Camp Mystic has significant implications for the local community, particularly in terms of liability and potential lawsuits related to the deadly flood. With debts exceeding $10 million, it is likely that the camp's assets will be scrutinized and potentially sold off to pay creditors, including possibly the families of the victims. This could lead to a lengthy and complex legal process, with local courts and attorneys playing a key role in resolving the camp's financial obligations. Furthermore, the camp's closure may also have a ripple effect on the local economy, particularly in the Texas Hill Country where the camp was located, as it was likely a source of employment and revenue for the area. The community will be watching closely to see how the bankruptcy proceedings unfold and what impact it will have on the families affected by the tragedy.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? By Laura RomeroJune 24, 2026, 7:09 AM
Camp Mystic, the Christian all-girls sleepaway camp, filed for bankruptcy on Wednesday, according to court records.
The Chapter 11 filing comes nearly a year after the deadly flood that killed 25 girls and two teen counselors in the Texas Hill Country ...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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