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Camp Mystic files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following deadly Texas flash flood investigation
By Amber Kite at FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
Camp Mystic, the Texas Hill Country girls' summer camp where 27 campers and staff members died during a catastrophic flash flood last summer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Why this matters in The Plano
The bankruptcy filing by Camp Mystic has significant implications for the families of the victims and the broader community in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Plano . As the investigation into the flash flood tragedy continues, the financial repercussions of the incident are now coming into focus. The Chapter 11 filing will likely lead to a reorganization of the camp's assets and liabilities, which may impact any potential lawsuits or settlements related to the incident. For Plano residents, this story hits close to home, as many local families may have had children attending summer camps in the Texas Hill Country. The tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safety protocols and emergency preparedness in outdoor recreational settings, and the community will be watching closely to see how the bankruptcy proceedings unfold and how they may affect the families affected by the tragedy.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Camp Mystic, the Texas Hill Country girls' summer camp where 27 campers and staff members died during a catastrophic flash flood last summer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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